'Food shortages will rise as we head into Easter,' the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas has warned.
Trade groups and expert say Gov. Greg Abbott's truck inspections along the border will result in empty shelves at the grocery store and higher cost for produce.
So, Abbott’s decision, although welcomed by many, comes after the state — and the nation — lost millions of dollars due to the searches, which have clogged up the international checkpoints. Using that same model, Perryman said, his group estimates Texas has lost about $470 million a day due to the slowdowns.
Consumers will feel the impact of Abbott’s inspection policies at the grocery store. They might see higher costs or even shipment delays, said Perryman.In an, the chief executive of the Texas International Produce Association said people headed to the grocery store this weekend should expect empty shelves in the vegetable and fruit sections.
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