Friday, May 9, 2008

Bad economy = food makers sticking it to consumers?


There are certain things we take for granted when it comes to product sizes: a carton of eggs will have a dozen eggs; milk comes in quarts, half gallons, and gallons; and margarine and butter are sold by the pound.

Cross off margarine from that list. These two “3 pound” tubs of Country Crock margarine look identical, but checking the net weight statement reveals a surprise. The three pound tub is now three ounces short.