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U.S. fresh produce prices rose 2.3% in August 2024 due to higher labor, production, and tariff costs, sparking "fruit and veggie flation."
U.S. shoppers are facing higher prices for fresh fruits and vegetables, a trend called "fruit and veggie flation," driven by increased labor, production, and input costs.
Fresh produce prices rose 2.3% from August 2024, with apples up 9.6% due to labor-intensive harvesting.
Imported items like Mexican asparagus and berries have become more expensive due to tariffs, leading some retailers to discontinue them.
Experts advise buying in-season, frozen, or canned produce, choosing imperfect items, or picking apples themselves to save money.
While some hope prices will drop with the fall harvest, many consumers are adapting to higher costs long-term.
Los precios de los productos frescos de los Estados Unidos aumentaron un 2,3% en agosto de 2024 debido a los mayores costos de mano de obra, producción y aranceles, lo que provocó una "inflación de frutas y vegetales".