Overview
- Growers and distributors report higher input costs tied to tariffs on materials and goods, with a North Carolina farmer raising prices on collards, kale and lettuce mix.
- A Utah holiday‑decor company says it is facing nearly $1 million in unexpected tariff charges this year, forcing sales at a loss to cover duties.
- Government data show grocery prices up 2.7% year over year in September, while the American Farm Bureau cites wholesale turkey prices about 40% higher due to avian illness.
- President Trump says prices are coming down and the White House points to cheaper retailer Thanksgiving promotions, as tariff supporters argue supply chains are absorbing most levies.
- Advocacy groups estimate Thanksgiving costs rose roughly 10% from last year and note recent tariff rollbacks on staples were too late to ease this season’s bills, with farmers calling for trade access over bailouts.