TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – President Trump has decided to pause a plan for a 25% tariff on goods coming from Mexico and Canada. This decision affects items covered under the US-Mexico-Canada agreement from his first term.
Local grocery store Seabrook Apple Market shared insights about potential price increases due to these tariffs. Store Manager Terry Fleer mentioned that they may need to raise prices on several items because wholesalers will face higher costs for goods imported from these countries.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, Mexico and Canada are the top agricultural trade partners of the U.S. They provide a variety of staple products, including vegetables, fruits, grains, and meats. If tariffs are implemented, shoppers could see higher prices for items sourced from these countries, such as avocados and other fresh produce.
Despite the looming price hikes, Fleer is hopeful that grocery prices will eventually stabilize. “Prices might go up, but we’re optimistic that once everything settles, they’ll start to come down,” he said. “They might not return to previous levels, but we hope they decrease enough so that consumers can still afford their essentials.”
Some customers are already bracing for higher costs. “I believe my grocery bills will increase,” said Rue Armstrong, a shopper at Seabrook Apple Market.
Fleer also noted that families might start to cut back on non-essential items, such as snacks and drinks, as food prices rise. The store plans to offer various specials and discounts to help keep prices manageable for shoppers.
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