Lettuce concerns continue to frustrate Calgary restaurants, shoppers

The shortage of lettuce driven by inflation and supply chain issues is frustrating Calgary restaurant owners struggling to keep salad on the menu. Grocery stores are also dealing with sparse shelves in the produce section, and what is for sale is costing customers more. Matt Batey, chief operating officer of Teatro Group restaurants in Calgary said the lettuce shortage has become extremely challenging for his company. Wholesale produce distributors told the Canadian Press demand is exceeding sup