<p>U.S. President Donald Trump's administration announced on July 14 a new duty on Mexican tomatoes, which account for more than two-thirds of the tomatoes eaten in the U.S., effectively bringing to an end an export deal between the two countries.</p><p><br></p><p>In response, Mexican President, Claudia Sheinbaum, said she hoped to announce measures next week in conjunction with tomato producers.</p><p><br></p><p>With the tomato stand-off awaiting the reaction of Mexico to the U.S.'s new 17% duties on imports from its southern neighbor, New York tomato wholesalers acknowledge the stress of being left in a state of limbo. At the same time, Trump can count on support in the industry even as he invites disruption.</p><p><br></p><p>According to a member from the family-run Jacob's Tomato Corp, which says it is the largest produce wholesaler and distributor in New York City, the back and forth has been unsettling.</p><br>
