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Here's why stores are having trouble keep shelves stocked

Empty grocery shelves are becoming more noticeable across the nation
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The effects of rising inflation mixed with supply chain issues are also showing up at grocery stores.

Customers across the country say they're having trouble finding milk, bread, meat and other essential foods.

Grocery stores report that worker shortages are causing transportation and logistical issues.

That's leading to delayed deliveries to replenish their supplies.

The National Grocers Association says many of its members are operating with less than 50 percent of their normal workforce.