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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.
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.
More of Our Sad Soybean Saga
Hearing it directly from a soybean farmer, we can learn the impact of China’s retaliatory tariff on U.S. farmers and of U.S. subsidies.
Ice Cream Economics
Whether it’s Ooey Gooey Butter Cake or Salted Crack Caramel, your flavor is a part of the ice cream economics of an ultra-premium creamery.
The Lay’s Potato Chip Lawsuit
Lay’s Potato Chips became more than a snack when PepsiCo decided that a group of nine Indian farmers should not grow its special potatoes.
The Rise and Fall of the Subway Five Dollar Footlong
The Subway footlong might never have been a foot long. Six years ago, an Australian teenager posted on Facebook a picture of his 11-inch Subway Footlong. Feeling cheated (I guess), two New Jersey guys sued, others followed, and we wound…
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 Secret Reason We Want Our Thin Mints
Totally ignoring their taste, an economist would have a surprising reason that explains why we love our Girl Scout Cookies.
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.