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Trump’s tariffs: The price of spice

Apr 29, 202517 min
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Episode description

For thousands of years people have traded spices across continents, sharing recipes and wealth.

But what could happen to the modern spice industry if costly barriers to free trade are imposed?

As US President Donald Trump reaches 100 days in office, it is arguably his “reciprocal tariffs” that have caused the most upheaval in the US and global economies.

We speak to three people working in the North American spice import and processing sector to see how it's impacting them.

Presenter: Ed Butler Producer: Hannah Bewley

(Image: Imported spices and seasoning at Phuoc Loc Tho Super Oriental Market in Florida. Credit: Getty Images)

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