The process often starts with companies and consultants. It involves federal, state, and local regulators too.
Almost all the formula bought in the U.S. is made domestically, and imports face multiple barriers.
Low-income households and families of color are getting hit hardest, despite federal efforts to ease the shortage.
When a few companies control most of the market, problems arise.
Supplies of baby formula across the country have been severely curtailed after a February recall exacerbated ongoing supply chain disruptions.
Just four companies make most of the baby formula in the U.S. After a recall and plant closure at one, there’s not enough supply to meet the need.
A product recall plus, yes, supply chain woes have some parents driving hours to satisfy their child’s nutritional needs.
