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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Lime Shortage Puts the Squeeze on 'La Cocina Mexicana'

    California may be the world's food basket, but its annual production of limes is just five million pounds. Mexico exports 800 million. But suddenly, there's a shortage and the price has skyrocketed.

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    By Warren Olney • May 10, 2014 • 1 min read

    California may be the world's food basket, but its annual production of limes is just five million pounds. Mexico exports 800 million. But suddenly, there's a shortage and the price has skyrocketed.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Producer, 'One year Later'

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    Compton Tries Moving on from 'Straight Outta' Reputation
    1. 0:00Dispute in Deputies' Union May Influence Sheriff's Election
    2. 5:23The City of Compton: On the Streets and on Film
    3. 20:47Lime Shortage Puts the Squeeze on 'La Cocina Mexicana'You’re reading this
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