Changes to red diesel usage

The rules changed on the use of red diesel from April 1. The good news is that if you are using rebated fuel for agriculture then it is likely you can continue.

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Lee Jones, accounts senior at WR Partners

Red can be used for agriculture, horticulture, fish farming and forestry.

White diesel will be the only option available to use for non-agricultural industries, this includes off-road use in vehicles or equipment.

This raises the key question of what is agricultural for these purposes?