Not only high prices for us small guys, but a real lack of product. I have to look into whether it's a Union problem, or theirs, but I could not get two needed colors for my Mixopake system, and I was forced to hustle up Wilflex PC ingredients from a buddy for a needed two colors.
Pushing, welcome. Your post doesn't address the OP's issue of Midwest, but Lord knows everyone is still searching for the perfect white ink(s)