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Re-Weigh Premeasured Fruits and Veggies


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This is how I've learned how to get more for my money in the produce section of our grocery store. Every week, I buy two plastic containers of organic spring mix lettuce, two containers of organic grape tomatoes and a small bunch of celery. The organic spring mix comes in a 1 lb. container for $4.99 each, organic grape tomatoes are $4.99 for each pint, and a small bunch of celery is $1.50 each.

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Instead of just picking up the produce and throwing it into my cart as most shoppers do, I take the extra time and weigh four packages of lettuce, four packages of tomatoes and different bunches of celery. The weights are not all equal and some weigh more than others. So this is how I've learned how to save money.

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March 30, 20161 found this helpful

This is interesting, Marjorie. With produce bags being mechanically filled, I would expect variations in weight of at least a fraction of an ounce, but not more. The next time I buy carrots, I will be comparing the weight of at least three bags. Thanks!

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April 3, 20160 found this helpful

Make sure you are taking into account the weight of the packaging. If you still have doubts talk to the state agency that regulates the store.

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Here in Georgia, it's the state department of Agriculture, not the health department (like you think it would be).

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April 4, 20160 found this helpful

I'm well aware of the packaging weight. I'm still getting more for my money when I compare one package to another.

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