Prices – Orion prices over the last week – Six of the fuel suppliers are giving us daily prices which are applicable at the time of order , the other suppliers are still invoicing on the price on the day of the delivery.
We have a new fuel Supplier that has joined Orion – Joe Energy. Their coverage is within the Swindon area encompassing various SN Post Code, also limited coverage in certain GL Post Codes.
Delivery Lead Times - up to 5 working days, dependant on the Supplier and the area they cover
Bank Holiday – Reminder that Monday 25th May is a Bank Holiday, Fuel suppliers unlikely to be delivering. The Orion Office will be closed.
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Orion Farming Fuel Q & A
Q: What is happening with crude oil this week?
A: Brent crude has eased slightly today, falling to around $108 to $109 per barrel, after recent sharp rises linked to Middle East supply concerns. The market remains nervous, with analysts still warning that disruption around the Strait of Hormuz could keep prices volatile.
Q: Why does this matter for UK farming fuel?
A: Red diesel and gas oil prices are heavily influenced by crude oil, refining costs, currency movements and distribution pressures. Even when crude falls back slightly, farm fuel prices do not always move down immediately, especially when supply risk is still being priced into the market.
Q: Is there any relief for farmers yet?
A: There has been a small easing in crude prices, but it is too early to call this a clear downward trend. Fuel costs remain significantly higher than last year, and April figures referenced in Parliament put red diesel at around 123.7p per litre, showing the scale of the pressure on farm businesses.
Q: What should farmers watch most closely now?
A: The key things to watch are Brent crude movements, Middle East shipping disruption, sterling against the dollar, and whether wholesale diesel prices start to soften. For now, the market remains fragile rather than settled.
Please note that any opinions expressed in this update are sources from market information / analysis and do not represent views of Orion Farming Group. Orion Farming Group accepts no responsibility for any Member decisions made on the basis of information provided in the weekly fuel update.
