U.S. Heat Wave Hits Supermarkets’ Produce Sections

Heat is hurting quality and availability of lettuce, berries; retailers seek new suppliers, scale back offerings of lower-quality produce

By Jaewon KangFollow and Jesse NewmanFollow

Sept. 11, 2022 5:30 am ET

Mexican chili peppers used in Sriracha. Italian risotto rice. American corn that’s used in nearly everything: these crops are vulnerable to high heat, and extreme droughts worldwide are hitting yields which could mean higher prices for staples this winter. Photo: Carlos Barria/Reuters

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