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Take the farmer's market approach
Buy produce that's fresh, inexpensive and in season.
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The highest markup items on the shelves are at about chest level.
Reach up or kneel down to select the cheaper house or generic brands.
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Don't waste money on prepared foods.
Instead, prepare meals ahead of time and freeze them.
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Don't "crisis cook."
Shopping after work for the day's dinner gets expensive. Plan a weekly menu.
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Avoiding those pricey areas
A grocery store's main aisles, like the paths to milk and bread, are usually strewn with high-priced land mines.
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Shop alone
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Have specific goals and stick to them
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Always send in for the rebate
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Check your receipts
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Request price matching
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Shop with a calculator
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Try for triple plays.
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Avoid purchasing nongrocery items
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Check out store website for deals
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Read the newspaper for deals
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Take advantage of in-store coupon displays
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Scout coupon swap-boxes
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Clip coupons
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Buy on the markdowns
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Avoid shopping for food when you're hungry
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