![PLU Codes: The Tiny Stickers That Actually Mean Something](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/66ce9417a2439d429001e7fb/1727234780499-EZUTCEW0AXKLLD1CG9XF/SMSep24-100-2.jpg)
PLU Codes: The Tiny Stickers That Actually Mean Something
Ever wondered what those little stickers on your fruits and veggies are all about? They’re not just there to annoy you—they actually hold valuable info! Known as PLU codes (Price Look-Up codes), these tiny numbers tell cashiers (and now you!) what kind of produce you’re buying. Whether it’s conventionally grown, organic, or even genetically modified, the first digit is key.