Valentine’s Day and coffee are in danger… Trump’s tariffs threaten Colombian exports

Lagota, Colombia – Colombian economists have warned that tariffs imposed by the Trump administration could negatively impact the country’s flower and coffee exports. This warning comes just before Valentine’s Day, a peak season for Colombian roses in the United States.

A representative of the Florists’ Union stated that “every day of delay or increase in tariffs translates to a loss of millions of dollars,” cautioning about the impact on thousands of agricultural workers who rely on flower exports for their livelihoods.

Another official added that “Colombian coffee, renowned worldwide, could face fierce competition from other producers if a sustainable trade agreement is not reached,” emphasizing that any increase in tariffs would directly affect prices and sales in the U.S. market.

Experts indicate that the flower sector accounts for more than 70% of Colombia’s agricultural exports to the United States, while coffee is its second largest export. The Colombian government is engaged in urgent negotiations to mitigate the impact of the tariffs and protect the national economy. The government is also focused on diversifying markets to reduce dependence on a single market.