genetically modified. The process is actually quite simple. If organic, and thus not modified, packaged produce will bear a label stating that it is "organic" or "100% organic". For items that you select and bag yourself, the produce will bear a small sticker that contains either a 4 or 5 digit PLU code. Here are what the codes mean:
- a 4 digit code means your produce was grown using conventional methods. These foods are not genetically modified but they are grown using pesticides and synthetic fertilizers.
- a 5 digit code beginning with the number 8 means your produce has been genetically modified.
- a 5 digit code beginning with the number 9 means your produce has been organically grown and is free from chemical and modifications.
If you purchase your fruits and veggies from a farmers' market, fruit stand or co-op, the produce will most likely not be labelled. Be sure to ask the people selling the produce how it was grown. If they can't give you a reassuring and convincing answer, you should move on.
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