Tariff Tips

Your go-to resource for understanding tariffs in California’s key industries
Tariff Tips is a growing resource created to help CPAs, financial professionals, and business leaders understand and navigate the evolving impact of tariffs on California’s core industries. From rising costs to supply chain disruptions, we provide practical insights and timely updates tailored to sectors such as entertainment, agriculture, construction, wine, and technology.
Check back regularly for new content, expert commentary, and industry-specific guidance.
Explore how tariffs are shaping the industries that drive California’s economy:
Entertainment
From high-tech production equipment to cross-border licensing deals, tariffs can influence everything from project budgets to distribution timelines. Discover how global trade policy impacts California’s entertainment ecosystem.Agriculture
As a top exporter of crops like almonds, citrus, and grapes, California agriculture is heavily exposed to tariff volatility. Learn how farmers and food producers can adapt to changing trade conditions.Construction
Rising tariffs on imported steel, aluminum, and lumber can increase project costs and disrupt schedules. Stay up to date on how these changes affect public works, residential, and commercial construction across the state.Wine
With global exports and international supply dependencies, the wine industry is highly sensitive to trade shifts. Tariffs on bottles, equipment, and materials have real implications for producers and consumers alike.Technology
From semiconductors to software-enabled hardware, California’s tech sector depends on a finely tuned global supply chain. Find out how tariffs are affecting innovation, procurement, and product pricing.
Video Series
Trade Tools Reshaping U.S. Economic Policy with Julia Herring
In this episode of Tariff Tips, we break down the key trade tools reshaping U.S. economic policy—from the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. Learn how these measures are impacting a wide range of industries, including steel, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and even unmanned aircraft systems.
We’ll also cover practical tariff mitigation strategies—including valuation, classification, and country of origin analysis—to help CPAs and business advisors navigate today’s complex tariff landscape with confidence.
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