California shoppers are bracing themselves for a painful hit to their wallets as a new law is set to send grocery bills soaring. The legislation, aimed at increasing the state's minimum wage for farmworkers, will lead to significant increases in the cost of produce and other food items. With the law set to take effect in the coming months, Californians can expect to see a sharp rise in the prices of everyday essentials like fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. As a result, many low-income families and households on a tight budget will be forced to make difficult choices about how to stretch their limited resources.
Misery for California shoppers as grocery bills set to spike due to new law New York Post