Comments on: Publix: Bringing Your Own Bags Getting Much Easier

By: Alyssa

Alyssa — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 16:17:39 +0000

I agree that canvas bags used for groceries is a great helper. I can actually carry all my food in both hands without having to pull my car up.
Also I did hear about NYC ban plastic in favor of biodegradable bags.

By: trina

trina — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 18:07:34 +0000

I have noticed many changes at the Dadeland Publix since I commented about this in your last post. The signs about bringing bags are prominently displayed and there is usually a full stock of reusable bags available for sale. I’d be curious to know what actually happens to the recycled bags too.

By: C Motley

C Motley — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 21:44:47 +0000

I wish the Publix in Helena, AL would prop up a sign! I’m giving the kin beautiful reusable bags made right here in Asheville, NC. Hopefully the trend will catch on b/c those reusable bags are some strong helpers.

By: SL

SL — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:05:51 +0000

Not only do they spend less, but they probably make a few cents everytime someone buys those bags. I myself have these bags in every color and use them for about everything not just groceries. They are so durable! I love it!

By: G

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:08:29 +0000

of course they support it…it helps reduce overhead costs..the more people bring in their own bags, the less they need to spend on buying/making plastic bags…pure economics

By: Jason

Jason — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:47:27 +0000

I agree that it’s getting easier. I’m wondering if anyone knows if Publix ACTUALLY recycles the plastic bags that you return to the bins at the front of the store, or if they just move them over to the trash bins behind the scenes? I have a buddy that worked at a large grocery chain in New Jersey and tells me that the bags that people brought back to be recycled always just ended up in the trash.