Canada: Nova Scotia apple growers concerned by Trump's talk of tariffs

게시됨 2024년 11월 8일

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Canadian apple growers, especially in Nova Scotia, are expressing concern over potential tariffs imposed by a Donald Trump presidency. A proposed 10% tariff on all foreign products could negatively impact the United States, which is their primary export market, by increasing the cost of Canadian apples and potentially reducing sales. This could lead to a decline in orders and put pressure on growers, prompting them to explore other markets. However, these markets may be more expensive and result in a loss of quality. The growers are seeking support from the Canadian government and are wary of escalating trade tensions.

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Among those who have concerns over Donald Trump’s win in the U.S. presidential election are Nova Scotia apple growers. During his campaign, Trump talked of imposing a 10 per cent tariff on all foreign products entering the United States. “They are our No. 1 export market,” says Nova Scotia Fruit Growers Association executive director Emily Lutz. “While we have been looking for alternative over the years just as a safety measure in general, and to have a diversified export market (the tariff statement) is concerning and is a little anxiety-inducing even in the early days because we don’t know what to expect.” Lutz, who wasn’t the executive director during the first Trump presidency and has no reference point, said, “but if the rhetoric becomes a reality there would definitely be items of concern.” That also applies value-added products like juice and pies, she said. A tariff that drives up the cost of Canadian apples in the U.S. could result in fewer being sold and a resulting ...

출처: Saltwire