Tomato Prices Rise After Crop Losses in Florida and Mexico Due to Weather Disruptions
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Emma Court
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Weather disruptions including a freeze in Florida and drought in Mexico have caused significant crop losses, driving up tomato prices. The Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute notes this "double whammy" has reduced supply, and while prices may ease slightly, consumers should not expect major relief soon. The situation highlights how climate disruptions could contribute to longer-lasting food inflation.
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· 2 pulledThis one was driven by the double whammy: the freeze in Florida and weather issues in Mexico, primarily drought.
Supply is going to level out, prices are going to tweak down
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