The prices of fruits and vegetables in the United States have risen sharply, with avocado prices rising by as much as 75%

Published 2025년 4월 24일

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The article examines the factors affecting the pricing of organic agricultural products in the U.S., noting that larger packaging isn't always cheaper. It discusses the impact of tariffs from the Trump administration on the import supply chain and how extreme climate conditions raise production costs. The widening price gap between organic and conventional products is attributed to certification costs, planting risks, and consumer stratification. The article also warns that expanding tariffs to Southeast Asian countries could further increase import costs and consumer prices.

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The price also depends on the packaging specifications of the product, which is particularly prominent in the field of organic agricultural products. The price of three-pound organic Gala apples soared by 50.5%, while the price of two-pound similar products fell by 15.7%; the price of four-pound organic navel oranges rose by 48.2%, but if calculated by unit price, the increase was only 24.7%. This paradox of "large packaging is not necessarily more cost-effective" reflects the complex reality of supply chain cost transfer and consumer psychological game. The Trump administration began to impose tariffs in April 2025, directly impacting the import supply chain that accounts for 59% of fresh fruits and 35% of vegetables in the United States. Take avocados as an example. Its import dependence is as high as 90%. The tariff policy has caused a surge in costs in major suppliers such as Mexico, which is ultimately transmitted to terminal retail prices. Data shows that the price of ...

Source: Foodmate