California Drought Puts Over 90% of US Fresh Broccoli Supply at Risk
California produces more than 90% of fresh broccoli consumed in the United States, making the nation's supply highly vulnerable to the state's ongoing drought. If dry conditions worsen, shipment volumes could drop by more than 20%. Experts warn this concentration of production creates significant fragility in the national food supply chain. To address this, specialists are recommending expanding broccoli cultivation on the East Coast. Such a shift could lower supply chain costs, reduce food miles, and create a more resilient broccoli market nationwide.
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