
Building a fresh salad for dinner is suddenly becoming a very expensive culinary endeavor this spring. Shoppers are experiencing severe sticker shock when they reach the produce section of their local supermarket. The cost of vibrant red tomatoes is climbing rapidly and frustrating budget-conscious families across the country. A complex combination of agricultural challenges and logistical hurdles is creating a perfect storm for grocery inflation. Let us explore why fresh tomato prices are spiking at the supermarket right now and what you can do.