A bushel is big, but maybe you only want a half-bushel. That’s about 26 to 28 pounds. That’s the perfect amount for a two-person household or for someone who just wants to make a few batches of ketchup. A peck is even smaller—a peck is a quarter of a bushel, so think 13 to 14 pounds. That’s a big shopping bag, but not an overwhelming one.
So if you see a sign that says “$20 a peck,” you can do the math in your head. 13 pounds for $20? That’s about $1.50 per pound, which is a steal for farm-fresh tomatoes. See how powerful this knowledge is? You’ll feel like a culinary accountant.