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By putting this code in the URL of the MSC, it gets the name and origin of the fisherman http://cert.msc.org/supplierdirectory/VController.aspx?CertNr=MML-C-1021 | By putting this code in the URL of the MSC, it gets the name and origin of the fisherman http://cert.msc.org/supplierdirectory/VController.aspx?CertNr=MML-C-1021 | ||
=== PLU Codes === | ===IFPS (International | ||
==== PLU Codes ==== | |||
'''Regular PLU Codes''' | |||
PLU or Price Look Up codes have been used by supermarkets since 1990 to make check-out and inventory control easier, faster and more accurate. PLU codes are used to identify bulk produce (and related items such as nuts and herbs). They tell the supermarket cashier whether an apple is a conventionally grown Fuji apple which may sell for $1.29 per pound versus an organically grown Fuji apple which may sell for $2.29 per pound. IFPS is the global organization that assigns PLU codes to produce items. | PLU or Price Look Up codes have been used by supermarkets since 1990 to make check-out and inventory control easier, faster and more accurate. PLU codes are used to identify bulk produce (and related items such as nuts and herbs). They tell the supermarket cashier whether an apple is a conventionally grown Fuji apple which may sell for $1.29 per pound versus an organically grown Fuji apple which may sell for $2.29 per pound. IFPS is the global organization that assigns PLU codes to produce items. | ||
PLU codes are 4 or 5 digit numbers and will appear on a small sticker applied to the individual piece of fresh produce. The PLU number identifies produce items based upon various attributes which can include the commodity, variety, growing methodology (e.g. organic), and the size. These numbers are assigned by the IFPS after rigorous review at both national and international levels. PLU codes ensure that the accurate price is paid by consumers by removing the need for cashiers to identify the product and whether or not it is conventionally or organically grown. | PLU codes are 4 or 5 digit numbers and will appear on a small sticker applied to the individual piece of fresh produce. The PLU number identifies produce items based upon various attributes which can include the commodity, variety, growing methodology (e.g. organic), and the size. These numbers are assigned by the IFPS after rigorous review at both national and international levels. PLU codes ensure that the accurate price is paid by consumers by removing the need for cashiers to identify the product and whether or not it is conventionally or organically grown. | ||
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* http://legufrulabelofolie.fr/index.php | * http://legufrulabelofolie.fr/index.php | ||
* https://openfoodfacts.slack.com/files/teolemon/F02M8KZKV/minimalversion.xlsx | * https://openfoodfacts.slack.com/files/teolemon/F02M8KZKV/minimalversion.xlsx | ||
'''Retailer Assigned PLU Codes''' | |||
Retailer Assigned PLU codes allow retailers to designate their own numbers for items that do not have a standard PLU code assigned. After a supplier makes specific arrangements with all retailers that will receive the item, a Retailer Assigned PLU code may be used. Each retailer may assign a different PLU code to the same item, so for items where multiple Retailer Assigned codes exist, we suggest you get the agreement in writing for your records. | |||
For some commodities where there are a large number of varieties, e.g. apples or oranges, a block of Retailer Assigned codes are available in the PLU codes database to identify these varieties which currently don't have a PLU code. Before selecting one to use, you must contact your retailer(s) to ensure they are not already using that code for another variety of that commodity. | |||
=== Soil Association === | === Soil Association === | ||