Produce Codes - What Do They Mean?

Produce is marked with a number code that reveals what kind of produce you are buying.

If there is a 5 number code starting in 9 it is organic.

If there is a 5 number code starting in 8 it is genetically modified.

If there is a 4 number code starting in 4 it is conventional.

If there is a 4 number code starting in 3 it is irradiated.

Don't just go by the names on the signs... check the numbers on the tags. That is what tells you the real story.

Thanks to Nancy for this tip.