About much more than sauces and salads, tomato tradeoffs take us to science and supermarkets, history and trade agreements.…
Why Tariff Revenue Is Peanuts
A look at tariff revenue through the lens of a peanut farmer can reveal some unexpected facts about its size and who pays it.…
Why We All Need the Same Time
Whereas we moved from many time zones to four during the 19th century, now, with globalization, we should switch to coordinated universal time for everyone.…
Why Maine Says It’s Forgotten
Somewhat invisible, China’s tariff impact on Maine lobsters can be seen through a supply chain that even includes massive amounts of rubber bands.…
What a Car Seat Says About Trade
When we look closely at U.S. imports from Mexico, we might be surprised when we see where their components were manufactured.…
An Avocado Update
Moving from Mexican farms to New York City restaurants, avocado prices will be affected by new tariffs that create supply chain disruptions.…
When a Tomato is Like a Washing Machine
Next winter, our salads could be much more expensive because a new 17.5% tomato tariff will shrink supply and spike prices.…
The Washing Machine Trade War: The Biggest Loser
Through duties and washing machine tariffs, the U.S. government has created new incentives for manufacturers that harm consumers.…
A Sad Soybean Saga
From U.S. farm income to Brazil’s exports to a racing cargo ship, the impact of China’s retaliatory soybean tariff has had a global impact.…
Wilted Lettuce, Moldy Strawberries, and the Impact of Brexit
Thinking of wilted lettuce, moldy strawberries, and a slower trip from the Hook of Holland to Harwich, England, we can see the impact of Brexit.…