Frigid Winter Bad News for Tomato Lovers - Associated Press - WKRG.com

Frigid Winter Bad News for Tomato Lovers - Associated Press - WKRG.com: "A frigid Florida winter is taking its toll on your sandwich.

The Sunshine State is the main U.S. source for fresh winter tomatoes, and its growers lost some 70 percent of their crop during January's prolonged cold snap.

Wholesale prices are up nearly five times over last year. That means you can say goodbye to the beefsteaks on that burger and prepare to pay more than usual for the succulent wedges in your salad."