Tag: U.S. trade policy
Tariffs Trigger Operational Overhauls: F&B Leaders Forecast Unrest Into 2026
Amid deepening tariff fatigue, F&B leaders brace for prolonged disruption while rethinking sourcing and private-label strategy. With costs rising and margins thinning, industry players are innovating, deploying strategies like alternative sourcing. FI recently gleaned business tips from dozens of industry leaders regarding tariffs.
Navigating New Trade Barriers: The Impact of Tariffs on the U.S. Food and Beverage Industry
President Trump’s unprecedented use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China marks a significant shift in trade policy, potentially disrupting supply chains and increasing costs for the food industry. Industry executives must navigate these challenges by adopting strategic tariff mitigation practices.