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Deciphering Produce Sticker Codes

October 30, 2023

What do the numerical codes on produce stickers mean?

Produce sticker codes are four- or five-digit numbers are PLU (Price Look Up) codes, which identify attributes of fresh fruits and vegetables, including their variety, size, and how they were grown. They are assigned by the

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