Import tariffs are causing disruptions in the trade of agricultural products, leading to increased pressure on both shippers and brokers.

2025-05-27 00:00

When the U.S. first introduced new import tariffs, the assumption was that the added costs would flow through the supply chain. However, several months in, the reality on the ground looks different. "Most countries sending produce to the U.S. now face a 10 percent tariff, but the cost isn't being passed on as expected."

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