North American produce leaders call for tariff truce

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), alongside more than a dozen other industry representatives, have jointly urged the leaders of the United States, Mexico, and Canada to swiftly resolve the ongoing tariff dispute currently disrupting North American supply chains.

According to a recent press release, the group sent a letter addressed to U.S. President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, and Prime Minister Mark Carney underscoring the ‘deeply integrated’ nature of the North American produce supply chain.

“The fresh produce supply chain is one of the most deeply integrated in the world, with cross-border trade between our nations ensuring year-round access to healthy fruits and vegetables,” said IFPA CEO Cathy Burns in the release.

“Tariffs on these vital goods disrupt that balance—driving up grocery costs, reducing availability, and placing significant strain on the businesses that grow, ship, and deliver our food.”