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Tariffs on flowers likely mean higher prices, but opportunity for local farmers

By Marissanne Lewis-Thompson

Published May 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM EDT

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The U.S. imports many of its flowers, plants and nursery products from countries like Ecuador, Colombia and Canada. Tariffs may drive up prices. It may mean more opportunity for local flower farmers.

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