Farmers get a break on hazardous material training, for the first time in decades

The US Department of Transportation wants to make it easier for farmers to transport small amounts of hazardous materials. It plans to raise the dollar threshold for when farmers need in-depth security training, adjusting for inflation.

Farmers often transport things like fertilizer or fuel, which are considered hazardous materials. Current rules require extensive security training for even small amounts, based on dollar values set decades ago. This change means fewer farmers will need to complete burdensome training for routine tasks, saving them time and money.