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Tomatoes become latest symbol of America's affordability squeeze
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Tomatoes become latest symbol of America's affordability squeeze

  • By MATT SEDENSKY AP National Writer

Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index. Experts say the spike is the result of crop yields and two pillars of President Donald Trump's second term policies. The Iran war has spiked shipping costs. And Trump has slapped tariffs on tomatoes from Mexico, which grows most of America's supply. Outraged consumers are voicing their displeasure online, but the impact is most acute among businesses that rely on tomatoes as a key ingredient. Wayne Humphrey of Snarf's Sandwiches, which which operates dozens of stores in Colorado, Missouri and Texas, says the price hike will cost him $1.7 million this year.

Trade deal pumps up tomato prices
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Trade deal pumps up tomato prices

  • By Chris Ceguerra Daily Journal correspondent

Just like that, your BLT may no longer be a budget item as tomato prices are set to rise with the end of the U.S. and Mexico trade agreement o…

Grandma was wrong: Food myths debunked
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Grandma was wrong: Food myths debunked

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A recent survey found 42% of Americans prefer to cook meals traditionally, like their elders. Unfortunately, while we all love Grandma, bless …

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More than half of the grapes grown in California are used for wine and juice. One-third of California grapes become raisins.