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Why tomatoes are so expensive: Blame war and tariffs

Prices for tomatoes have soared 40% over the past year, outpacing all other food items. The rise has been attributed to impacts from war and to trade tariffs.

Published May 29, 2026, 9:09 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

By MATT SEDENSKY, AP National Writer