President Trump’s steel and aluminum tariffs might elevate canned food prices, pushing San Antonio Food Bank to rethink sourcing and distribution.
SAN ANTONIO — President Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum took effect Wednesday, drawing retaliation from Europe and Canada.
Rising tariffs paired with inflation and supply chain disruptions are straining San Antonio charities.
The San Antonio Food Bank, for example, was already experiencing higher demand. Federal worker layoffs brought hundreds more through the food line.
With another challenge on the horizon, it could disrupt the non-profit’s ability to help.
“We just don’t know what the future is going to be and that’s the stress. That’s the uncertainty. That’s the fear,” said Eric Cooper, President and CEO of the San Antonio Food Bank. “I’m freaking out because we just don’t know.”
Recent tariffs enacted by President Trump could have a direct impact on the availability and cost of food.
If prices go up, the San Antonio Food Bank may have to make tough decisions about where to source food …