A holiday travesty: US stores see peppermint candy cane shortage

Peppermint production has declined nearly 25%, Some stores report only receiving half of their candy cane order for the holidays.

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- If you're looking for a last-minute stocking stuffer, you might have to think of something other than the traditional peppermint flavored candy canes.

A peppermint shortage is taking a bite out of the holiday favorite.
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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, peppermint production has declined nearly 25% over the past decade. With supply chain issues currently affecting companies and products, candy canes are the latest to start disappearing from shelves.
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Some stores report only receiving half of their candy cane order for the holidays.

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