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Food prices are soaring as the U.S. slaps tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico

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Rising food prices have become a source of financial stress for millions of U.S. households.

President Donald Trump has been issuing on-again, off-again sanctions aimed at the United Statesâ biggest trading partners.

The pendulum-like nature of Trumpâs trade policies almost certainly means higher grocery store prices.

China imposed 15 percent levies on wheat, corn, and chicken produced by U.S. farmers, in addition to 10 percent tariffs on soybeans, pork, beef, and fruit that went into effect on Monday .

On Wednesday , in response to Trumpâs steel and aluminum tariff hike, Canadian officials announced a second $20.7 billion wave of duties.

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