date:Oct 12, 2016
. 9, Hass projected shipments from Mexico would reach 42.9 million pounds; instead shipments recorded the week of Oct. 2 reached only 22.9 million pounds.
Sandoval said hes heard Mexican growers are holding out for more money because the California season is running dry, and theres no other sources.
In the meantime, local suppliers and restaurant owners say the problem is real.
Phil Henry, president of Escondido-based Henry Avocado Corp., said his company is facing extreme shortage.
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