Canada Must Strengthen Food Sovereignty Amid U.S. Trade and Climate Challenges - Tariffs on HS Code: 0705
C anada’s food security is facing mounting risks as climate-related disruptions in California and new U.S. tariffs on agricultural imports threaten supply chains and increase costs for Canadian consumers. With 90% of Canada’s fresh produce coming from the U.S., particularly from California, the country is vulnerable to external shocks that impact food availability and affordability. To address these challenges, Canada must accelerate investments in local food production and climate-resilient agriculture. The Impact of U.S. Tariffs and California’s Climate Crisis Recent trade policies have led to higher costs for Canadian households and businesses reliant on imported produce. Additionally, extreme weather events in California—including worsening droughts, wildfires, and flooding—have destabilized staple crop production. These conditions have already led to shortages of key produce like leafy greens, berries, and tomatoes, driving up prices and increasing supply chain volatility. In earl...
