Shelf Life of Foods

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Shelf Life of Food Storage

:!: Great booklet in a PDF file for download!

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http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/pubs/yf/foods/fn579.pdf

PDF Version HERE: https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/publications/food-nutrition/food-storage-guide-answers-the-question/fn579.pdf

How long can I store _________ before its quality deteriorates or it's no longer safe to eat?

Like many answers, this one depends on several factors: the type of food, length of time the food sat on the store shelf before you bought it, the temperature of the food while it was in the store, its packaging, how efficiently your refrigerator or freezer runs, and the temperature in your cupboards.

While you can't control all these factors, there are some precautions you can take. --- Go to LINK, above, for publication ---
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STORAGE LIFE OF DRY FOODS
http://standeyo.com/News_Files/Food/Extend_Shelf_Life.html

Determining the storage life of foods is at best an inexact science as there are so many variables. These range from the condition your food was in when you first purchased it and many other factors. This page was written with input by Mr. Stephen Portela who has over 30 years of professional food storage experience. This information should be used as a general guide only, and should not be followed "as the gospel truth" because your results may be different. ---CONTINUED---

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FOUR FACTORS THAT AFFECT FOOD STORAGE:
-The Temperature
-Product Moisture Content
-Atmosphere the product is stored in
-The container the product is stored in
STORAGE LIFE NOTES ABOUT SPECIFIC FOODS
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General Overview of Information on storage

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Shelf Life-Forum Discussion

Originally posted by NawtyBits,Avian Flu Talk
http://www.avianflutalk.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=964

Hi All, [snip] I have been in to preparedness since 1997. I was a moderator on Gary North's Y2K Food Storage forum for 2 years. So, I have a bit of experience with this stuff. Allow me to wax profound for a few moments.

First and foremost, store what you eat, eat what you store. It makes NO sense to buy and store crap that you don't like, or have never tried to use. It is a waste of money and time...and that's money that could be spent on things you CAN and WILL use.

Secondly, rotate, rotate, rotate. Always. Date everything and arrange it oldest to newest. This way, if you are following the first rule, you will have fresh stuff all the time.

Thirdly. Don't be afraid of expiration dates. Manufacturers will tell you that they are there because they are required. Food doesn't suddenly go bad on the date on the can. The date is a guideline that tells you at which time the food may start losing its appearance or some nutrient quality. As long as the can is not bulging, rusted, or the contents smell off, chances are the food is still edible.

Which leads me to four. Don't hesitate to call a manufacturer to ask them how to decode their product date codes. Most are more than willing to help you.

Five. Never forget salt. It lasts forever. And in a true SHTF situation, all the salt you have may be all the salt there is...ever. And you need it to live. 25# bags at Sam's Club for under $5. Great insurance.

According to the manufacturer, Velveeta does NOT need refigeration, even after opening. (Personally, I'd try to use it up in a day or 2 if I kept in on a shelf.) Spam will store forever, unopened. You were talking about canned butter, well Ghee is basically a clarified butter. There are recipes for it all over the web if you are ambitious, but Ghee is available in many stores now. Cub foods has 1 pound JARS of Ghee in the International Foods section. AFAIK, it doenst have to be refrigerated even after opening (I believe the clarifying process skims off the milk fats...the part that goes rancid.) Crisco will store indefinitely unopened, and is important for making doughs. (And frying, too.) Pasta stores a LONG time. Years. Just store everything in a cool, dark, dry place.

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Food Storage Guidelines For Consumers
From Virginia State University, Virginia Cooperative Extension
https://pubs.ext.vt.edu/348/348-960/348-960.html

Food Storage Guidelines For Consumers
Authors: Tim Roberts, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist, Food Safety, Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise and Paul Graham, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Muscle Foods, Department of Food Science and Technology; Virginia Tech

Publication Number 348-960, Revised 2001

"The following charts provide general recommended storage times from date of purchase for various food products stored under optimum conditions. Storage generally is not recommended under conditions where no time is listed in the chart. For maximum shelf-life, consumers should always purchase fresh food and never temperature abuse food."

Chart includes:
Bread and Cereal Products
Packaged Foods and Mixes
Spices, Herbs, Condiments, Extracts
Other Food Staples
Vegetables
Fruits
Dairy Products
Meats
Poultry
Eggs
Fish
Wild Game

For Storage Charts, Go Here: http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/foods/348-960/348-960.html
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Safe Home Food Storage -PDF File

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Texas Agricultural Extension Service

From the Texas Agricultural Extension Service, Texas A&M University System, this 15 page PDF File can be downloaded at:

Safe Home Food Storage
http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/how/store/texas_storage.pdf

Written by Peggy Van Laanen, Associate Professor and Extension Nutrition Specialist

Extensive 'How-To' information and chart detailing item by item storage times.
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Food Storage-Forum Discussion

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:smt024 Original Post by (Commonground): I just got rid of all my flour, powdered milk, wheat germ, stuffing mix etc. It all expired. I have nothing....going shopping this week......

:arrow: (Eccles)

(1) It has been my experience that most of those items will be usable for a significant period after the expiration date, especially if stored properly

(2) You should try to get ride of them by using them in your daily life and replacing them as you take the older ones from your stores.

:arrow: (HillbillyBill)
I'm a firm believer in using food past the expiration date. Cardboard box items such as mac-n-cheese and rice-a-roni type mixes can be kept fresh longer if you seal the boxes in clear plastic wrap.
I was cleaning out some cupboards at my dad's house and found some cookie mixes that were 4 years PAST the expiration date. I brought them home and opened one up. No bugs were in sight so I mixed it up. The cookies didn't raise as much as normal but otherwise were fine.

:arrow: (atropin)
I know you probably already know this, but freezing flour, etc for a certain amount of time at a certain temp will kill the bugs in the flour...as will providing an oxygen free environment (I use CO).

And honestly, you can sift out many bugs from flour and have it still be edible. A lot of the expiration dates are ONLY for "quality reasons". I am QUITE prickly about bad food--I REALLY overthink it. However, when I call and ask if, say, sealed rice mix or packets of muffin mix is still good, I get told "We do not recommend using them past the date stamped.".

Ok, BUT THEN I press and ask "Is it UNSAFE TO EAT or is it just not as great of quality?". They ALWAYS say "No, it is still safe to eat, but we cannot guarantee the quality. The baking powder/yeast/etc might not work as well and the muffins might not rise.....the seasonings might not be strong.....etc". This is especially true of "dry" foods--things that are shelf stable even if opened. I am a lot more cautious on wet foods.

I would call each company and ask them next time. White flour lasts a long long time. Wheat flour can go rancid, but I have not had that happen yet. Powdered milk...not sure. I generally use it, but if I was worried, i would freeze it/vacuum seal/CO seal it. Things that are sealed will last a lot longer (so it is better sometimes to buy things in little packets instead of big boxes).

Just a couple of ideas....it is frustrating to have to throw food out! But I have found that I was throwing things out that I did not need to. The trick is to call the company and ask if it is actually UNSAFE past the date.

And if you deprive dry food of oxygen and moisture, that will make it last a lot longer.

:arrow: (malachi)
I firmly agree with using up foods past expiration date,andd recently had the exact same experience with a neighbor bringing over 4-5 cookie and brownie mixes that were several years past date yet still quite great.Even food pantries with lots of knowledge about the extreme needs people have now,will take and distribute outdated foods.
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:smt024 Originally posted by (lauraB):

I worked for several very large food manufacturers and can say that the main reason for best-by dates is 1) maintain quality and, thus, customer satisfaction, 2) prevent any possible (and I mean remotely possible) legal action. Corporate lawyers want to make sure every possiblity is covered so they err on the safe side. Certain things definitely degrade faster than others - eg. dry things like cereal will still be safe a year past-date but they may not taste all that great (assuming no infestations). Brown rice and cooking oils start to go rancid after 6 months so I wouldn't mess with those. People with certain allergies, especially mold, should avoid past-dates. Most canned gods are totally fine, but if the can has expanded or just doesn't look right you might not want to risk - especially if SIP the last thing you want is a sever illness.

Many food banks will take food past date because they know from experience what is still good and what is not. I keep a list of all my preps by expiration date so I know when things are coming due and I try to use them or give them away. It's not easy to keep up with but important to keep track of it.
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StillTasty

Keep It or Toss It?
http://stilltasty.com/

How long will your favorite food or beverage stayy safe and tasty?
What's the best way to store it?

Get the answers for thousands of itmes!
(Type in food or beverage name here ... or browse categories below) ---CONTINUED---
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Food Storage Charts-Handy to taping to your cabinets!

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Food Storage and Shelf Life
http://www.recipetips.com/kitchen-tips/t--587/food-storage-and-shelf-life.asp#storagecharts

Storage Charts

The chart below shows how long different food items can be stored under different conditions. When freezing food, most can be stored in the freezer longer than suggested below and still be safe to eat but the quality and texture of the food will be affected. Food items that are going to be stored for any period of time should be purchased before the "sell by" or "expiration" date.

Different foods require different preparation methods depending on how it will be stored. Some common preparation methods are shown in the chart below. (Go to link for the charts!)
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"Longer-Term Storage”30 Years or More
https://www.lds.org/topics/food-storage/longer-term-food-supply?lang=eng&old=true#1

Properly packaged, low-moisture foods stored at room temperature or cooler (75°F/24°C or lower) remain nutritious and edible much longer than previously thought according to findings of recent scientific studies. Estimated shelf life for many products has increased to 30 years or more (see chart for new estimates of shelf life). Previous estimates of longevity were based on "best-if-used-by" recommendations and experience. Though not studied, sugar, salt, baking soda (essential for soaking beans), and vitamin C in tablet form also store well long-term. Some basic foods do need more frequent rotation, such as vegetable oil every 1 to 2 years.

While there is a decline in nutritional quality and taste over time, depending on the original quality of food and how it was processed, packaged, and stored, the studies show that even after being stored long-term, the food will help sustain life in an emergency.

For tips on how to best preserve longer-term food storage products, see Longer-Term Supply.

Food: Wheat
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years): 30+

Food: White rice
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30+

Food: Corn
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30+

Food: Sugar
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30+

Food: Pinto beans
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30

Food: Rolled oats
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30

Food: Pasta
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30

Food: Potato flakes
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30

Food: Apple slices
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):30

Food: Non-fat powdered milk
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):20

Food: Dehydrated carrots
New "Life Sustaining" Shelf-Life Estimates (In Years):20
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Shelf-life of Foods for Storage

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National Terror Alert Response Center

Food Storage and Preparedness-Shelf-life of Foods for Storage
http://www.nationalterroralert.com/foodstorage/

Use within 6 months:

* Powdered milk (in box)
* Dried fruit (in metal container)
* Dry, crisp crackers (in metal container)
* Potatoes

Use Within 1 year:

* Canned condensed meat and vegetable soups
* Caned fruit, fruit juices and vegetables
* Ready-to-eat cereals and uncooked instant cereals (in metal containers)
* Vitamin C
* Peanut butter
* Jelly
* Hard candy and canned nuts

May Be Stored Indefinitely (in proper containers and conditions):
* Wheat
* Vegetable oils
* Dried corn
* Baking powder
* Soybeans
* Instant coffee, tea and cocoa
* Salt
* Noncarbonated soft drinks
* White rice
* Bouillon products
* Dry pasta
* Powdered milk (in nitrogen-packed cans)
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Food Storage Guidelines

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Food Storage Guidelines
http://www.storeitfoods.com/shelf-life

How long can you safely store food? The guidelines which follow will provide some paramaters for that safe food storage. Be aware, however, that these are indeed "guidelines." Foods will often remain edible, and safely edible, beyond the timelines shown.
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Food, Pantry (Room Temperature),Refrigerator (33°F to 40°F),Freezer (0°F) storage options for:
  • Bread and Cereal Products
    Packaged Foods and Mixes
    Spices, Herbs, Condiments, Extracts
    Other Food Staples
    Vegetables
    Fruits
    Dairy Products
    Meats, Poultry, Eggs and Fish
    Wild Game
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Shelf Life of Canned Goods

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Shelf Life of Canned Goods
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/shelf-li ... goods.html

Knowing the shelf life of canned goods is a must to ensure that the food item is fit to consume. Canned goods shelf life varies depending upon the type of food canned. Read on to know more.

Canned foods account for about 12% of the total grocery sales, in the United States. Around 1500 different food items are preserved through the process of canning. Canning is done in order to obtain a particular food item around the year. This is particularly true in case of certain fruits and vegetables, which are available only in a particular season. Thus, canning allows the consumers to enjoy the food item of their choice in any season. Moreover, loading your refrigerator with canned foods, saves unnecessary trips to the supermarket.

Shelf Life of Canned Goods

If you want to determine what is the shelf life of canned goods, then you will have to look for its acid content. Low acid foods have a greater shelf life than those with higher acids in them. The shelf life of canned goods, according to the type of food items canned, is as follows: --- continued at link, above ---

Includes:
  • Fish and Meat
    Fruits
    Vegetables
    Jams and Jellies
    Milk and Other Dairy Products
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FOOD At 70° F. = Keep the product: STORAGE TIPS
Baking powder = Till can date = Sealed & bone dry
Baking soda = 2 years = Sealed & dry
Biscuit, brownie, muffin mix = 9 months = Sealed, cool, dry, weevil proofed
Bouillon, cubes or granules = 2 years = Sealed, cool and dry

Cake mixes, regular = 9 months = Sealed,cool, dry, weevil proofed
Cake Mixes,angel food = 1 year = Sealed, cool, dry, weevil proofed
Canned food: metal can, = Non-Acidic 2 years = Cool & Dry
Metal Can, Acidic = 12-18months = Cool & Dry
Glass jars = 2-3 years = Dark, Cool & Dry
Chocolate, semi-sweet or unsweetened, bars or chips = 18 months = Cool and dark
Chocolate syrup = 2 years = Cool & tightly sealed
Cocoa, powder or mixes = 8 months = Sealed and cool
Coffee creamers, powdered = 9 months = Sealed and cool
Cornmeal = 1 year = Keep dry & weevil proofed
Cornstarch = 18 months = Keep dry
Crackers = 3 months = Keep dry & weevil proofed

Flour, refined white = 8-12 months = Dry & weevil proofed,
whole wheat = 4-6 weeks = refrigerate/freeze for longer shelf life
Frostings, canned = 3 months = Cool
Mix = 8 months = Dry and cool
Fruits, dried = 6-12 months = Cool, sealed, weevil proofed

Gelatin, all types = 18 months = Protect from moisture
Grains, whole = 2 years = Dry and weevil proofed

Hominy, hominy grits, masa harina = 1 year = Dry and weevil proofed
Honey = 2 years = Cool, tightly sealed, dark

Jellies, jams, preserves = 2 years Dark, cool, tightly sealed.

Molasses & syrups = 2 years Tightly sealed
Mayonnaise = 6 months = Cool & dark
Milk, condensed or evaporated = 1 year = Turn over every 2 months
non-fat dry = 6 months = Bone dry and cool

Nuts, vacuum canned = 1 year = Cool and Dark
other packaging = 3 months = Cool and dark – better Refrigerated
in shell = 4 months = Cool, dry & dark, better refrigerated or frozen Pancake
mix = 6-9 months = Dry and weevil proofed

Pastas (macaroni, noodles, etc) = 2 years = Dry and weevil proofed
Peanut butter = 6-9 months = Sealed, cool, dark
Peas and beans, dry (not soybeans) = 2 years Dry and weevil proofed
Potatoes, instant = 6-12 months = Dry and weevil proofed
Pudding mixes = 1 year = Cool and very dry

Rice, white = 2+ years = Dry and weevil proofed
brown = 3-6 months = Dry & weevil proofed, better refrigerated or frozen
flavored or herb = 6 months = Sealed, dry and weevil proofed

Salad dressings = 10-12 months = Sealed, dark, cool. Better refrigerated
Salad oils = 6 months = Sealed, dark, cool. Better refrigerated
Sauce and gravy mixes = 6-12 months = Cool and dry
Shortening, solid = 1 year = Cool, dark, tightly sealed.
Soup mixes = 1 year = Cool, dry, and weevil proofed
Sugar, brown = 2 years = Tightly sealed, Dry.
confectioners = 18 months = Tightly sealed, Dry.
granulated = 2+years = Dry
Syrups (corn syrup based) = 8-12 months = Sealed and cool

Vegetables, dried = 1 year = Cool, dark, dry, weevil proofed
Vinegar = 2+ years = Sealed
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Food Storage Booklet-Comprehensive!

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120 page PDF File ... get your printer ready!
Published by Utah State University, this HUGE publication is full of information.

A Guide to Food Storage
https://extension.usu.edu/foodstorage/ou-files/Food_Storage_Booklet2.pdf

Includes:

Emergency Food Storage
Emergency Water Storage
Food Storage Basics
Canned Food, Fat & Oil Storage
Dried Food Storage
Grains, Lentils, & Corn Storage
Miscellaneous Food Storage
Processes for Higher Quality Stored Foods
Miscellaneous Equipment
References
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Shelf Life & Safe Storage of Canned Goods

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Canned Goods
https://extension.usu.edu/foodstorage/howdoi/canned

For the purpose of this fact sheet, “canned foods” refer to foods canned in liquid. Dry pack canned goods are not included. Canned foods are safe alternatives to fresh and frozen foods and help meet dietary needs and avoid preservatives. Proper storage can greatly increase the shelf life and quality of canned foods. ... CONTINUED at LINK, above ---

Includes:

Quality & Purchase.
Packaging.
Storage Conditions.
Nutrition & Allergies.
Shelf Life.
Use from Storage.
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7 Critical Canned Goods Tips Every Survivalist Should Know About
http://www.survivalistcode.com/7-critical-canned-goods-tips-every-survivalist-should-know-about/

Canned goods are part of every prepper’s essential items to hoard as you’ll never know when you will be needing these.

Just like any food items that you have, it is best to have a first-in, first-out system when consuming them in order to make sure that your canned goods do not expire.

All along, I thought canned goods are only good until the expiration dates that manufacturers have printed on them. It appears that these are merely estimated dates by which the food item supposedly retains its “freshness”.

However, it is absolutely important to know that certain canned goods can also kill you if you do not know what critical factors to look out for. Imagine not being killed by a natural disaster or man-made catastrophe only to be killed because you ate contaminated canned goods. That will be a shame.

Now in case you find yourself in a SHTF situation where the only available food source are canned goods that were stored in the basement from who knows when, you might find the information that Jacob Hunter from PrimalSurvivor.net shared about canned goods.

Below are the 7 critical canned goods tips that every survivalist should know about: ---CONTINUED at LINK, above ---
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This title is misleading. There's a lot of info about canned goods & their shelf life!

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What Should You Do With Your Canned Foods After the Expiration Date?
http://www.askaprepper.com/what-should-you-do-with-your-canned-foods-after-the-expiration-date/

The winches strained and squealed and gradually the steamboat Bertrand was excavated from the silt and sand of the Missouri River and brought to the surface. The year was 1968. The Bertrand, a shallow-draft riverboat, had caught a snag north of Omaha, Nebraska and sank on April 1, 1865. The vessel was carrying goods to the gold camps in Montana and over 10,000 cubic feet of cargo were covered in the salvage effort – clothes, tools and medicine.

And plenty of canned foods including dried beef, oysters, peaches, mustard from France, and assorted brandied fruits. In 1974 a selection of the food from the hold of the Bertrand was sent to the National Food Processors Association for testing. The appearance of the fruits and vegetables and meats was somewhat gnarly, it was not a taste sensation and most of the nutritional value had long since evaporated but the scientists concluded the edibles were 100 percent safe to eat. There was no trace of microbial growth whatsoever. ---CONTINUED---
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How to Tell When Your Canned Foods Become Spoiled?
http://www.askaprepper.com/when-canned-foods-become-spoiled/

Have you ever opened a can you made a year before, and you didn’t know whether it was spoiled or not? Whether to throw it away or just remove – for example the mold – and consume the rest? I can’t even remember the number of times when I found myself in this situation.

For those of you who don’t know: Eating spoiled canned foods can result in death!!! ---CONTINUED---
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Storage Life Of Dry Foods
https://www.usaemergencysupply.com/information-center/self-reliance/storage-life-of-dry-foods

Determining the storage life of foods is at best an inexact science as there are so many variables. These range from the condition your food was in when you first purchased it and includes many other factors. This page was written with input by Mr. Stephen Portela who has over 30 years of professional food storage experience. This information should be used as a general guide only, and should not be followed "as the gospel truth" because your results may be different. ---CONTINUED---
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10 Foods You Can Still Eat Past the Expiration Date
https://nutritiontips.club/2018/04/16/10-foods-you-can-still-eat-past-the-expiration-date/

Post a reply Intro The most important thing you need to know about food products is that they are actually labeled with expiration dates to give consumers information about the food’s freshness. In other words, most foods do not become unhealthy to eat when they’ve reached their sell-by dates, but they will start to lose quality in taste.

So, if it smells bad or looks rotten, DO NOT eat it. Use your common sense and never eat something you are unsure of. Fortunately, there are many foods that are safe to consume after their sell-by dates. Remember… Don’t waste food! ---CONTINUED---
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Expiration Cheat Sheet Date for Everything
https://www.askaprepper.com/expiration-cheat-sheet-date-for-everything/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=AAP

To get the most out of an article about expiration I think we need to first discuss expiration. It’s a term that has several meanings in our world today and those meanings will change when we hit TEOTWAWKI.

To make the easiest distinctions between the several types of expiration we must look at the effect they have on the product or the producer. There are different goals when it comes to managing the three distinct types of expiration. ---CONTINUED---
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15 Foods That Last Forever
https://urbansurvivalsite.com/foods-that-last-forever/

Although there are many foods that will last for decades when stored properly (wheat, beans, pasta, etc.), there are some foods that last forever without canning, freezing or dehydrating. If you’re new to food storage, these staples are a great way to start.

They’re the longest lasting foods in the world and are often referred to as “forever foods.” Technically, most of them are ingredients, but you can use them to make some great meals if you know-how. ---CONTINUED---
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Food Shelf-Life Recommendations
https://henrycoema.org/forms/Storage-Life-of-Groceries.pdf

2 page printable pdf chart
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Here's a pretty good video:

Canned Foods With Longest Shelf Life For Prepping
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ih1xisOnFGg
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Forever foods: 10 cooking staples that can outlast you
https://www.mnn.com/food/healthy-eating/photos/forever-foods-10-cooking-staples-that-can-outlast-you/distilled-white

A slide show of long-shelf life foods.
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Prepper’s Guide to Canned Food Shelf Life
https://www.primalsurvivor.net/canned-food-shelf-life/

(SNIP) ... The last thing you want to happen after a disaster is to reach for your food stockpiles only to realize they are all inedible.

So just how long does canned food last? And how do you make sure your canned emergency food supply stays safe to eat? ---CONTINUED---
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FOOD SHELF LIFE-CUPBOARD--STORAGE CHART
https://daretoprepare.com/FTP_Files/Shelf_LT.zip

(SNIP) ... Many staples and canned foods have a relatively long shelf life. Buy only what you expect to use in the time recommended for each product. Date food packages and use the oldest first. Geographic area will affect recommended storage time. Warm and humid climates shorten the shelf life of foods.

Above link takes you to a pdf file that includes:
STAPLES
SHELF LIFE
STORING TIPS
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Food Storage
https://food.unl.edu/free-resource/food-storage

Foods-Shelf Life Freezer-food-storage Link takes you to site from University of Nebraska–Lincoln that includes info on room temperature, fridge, freezer & pantry storage. There's a chart that contains recommended storage times for best quality in the pantry and freezer and for best quality and safety in the refrigerator:

-Meat, Poultry, Fish and Eggs
-Milk and Dairy Products
-Fruits
-Vegetables
-Dry Goods/Staples
-Condiments, Sauces and Canned Goods
-Baked Goods
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Kansas City State

Refrigerator/Freezer Approximate Storage Times
https://daretoprepare.com/Food/fridge.freezer.storage.pdf

From the Kansas City State University, link opens a pdf that lists foods, storage time in fridge or freezer & extra comments.

Includes:
BREADS, PASTRIES, CAKES
DAIRY
EGGS AND PRODUCTS CONTAINING EGGS
FRUITS
MEATS
POULTRY
SEAFOOD
VEGETABLES
MISCELLANEOUS
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Be Prepared: 6 Foods To Store Forever
http://usahitman.com/foods-4ever/

In the event of a global food crisis, it is vital to be prepared. The key to preparedness is storing food that is easy to get a hold of, will last for several years or even decades, and is somewhat nutrient-dense. While it is always important to purchase high quality organic foods, in the event of a food crisis it is often essential to exercise your survival skills, which may mean it is hard to come across optimal food sources. ---CONTINUED---
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6 Make-it and Forget-it Prepper Foods
https://www.askaprepper.com/6-make-it-and-forget-it-prepper-foods/

Cooking at home can be as much about survival and prepping as it can be about tonight’s dinner. Some foods you can make and forget because they have such a great shelf life. I have compiled 6 recipes for survival food to make and forget.

Give ‘em all a try but especially the peasant bread if you don’t think you have what it takes to make delicious fresh bread at home. ---CONTINUED---
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How Long Do Canned Foods REALLY Last?
https://rethinksurvival.com/how-long-do-canned-foods-really-last/

Foods-Shelf Life Canned-foods-last (SNIP) ... The following information comes, in large part, from the USDA and other credible sources. He discusses many considerations, including how nutritious the food may be after years of being in storage, how the storage environment affects longevity, how the cans are actually made and sealed and why that’s good for your safety, food rotation, and more… ---CONTINUED---
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How Long Does Canned Food Last?
https://urbansurvivalsite.com/how-long-does-canned-food-last/

The great thing about canned foods is that you can buy them at any grocery store. That’s important if you’re trying to stock up, but a big question many people ask is how long canned food actually lasts. Is the “best by” date correct or not?

That is the topic of this video by Sensible Prepper. He explains how decided if you should keep your expired canned food or throw it out. ---CONTINUED---
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Long Shelf Life Foods – What Lasts Best (with Chart)
https://commonsensehome.com/long-shelf-life-foods/

Beat rising food costs by shopping now for long shelf life foods. These long lasting foods are ranked from those that last the longest – decades – to those that last for weeks.

(SNIP) ... In the list below includes storage tips, and we're working on a series of articles with more detailed information on storage and growing tips, including produce varieties that have a longer storage life. ---CONTINUED---
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How Long Does Canned Food Last?
https://urbansurvivalsite.com/how-long-does-canned-food-last/?awt_a=50Z0&awt_l=IzbxC&awt_m=3luoH_VylS_jrZ0

Has this happened to you? You reach into the back of your kitchen cabinet or pantry to grab a can of soup or beans only to notice the date stamped on the can has expired. You wonder, is it safe to eat?

(Snip) ....A big part of the food labeling problem is that only about 30 percent of consumers know the difference between “use by,” “sell by,” and “best before” dates, according to the Food Marketing Institute. Here is what you need to know. ---CONTINUED---
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20 Long-Lasting Foods That Can Make Hundreds of Meals
https://urbansurvivalsite.com/long-lasting-foods-that-can-make-hundreds-of-meals/

(SNIP) ... stocking up on long-lasting foods and knowing how to feed your family with only those ingredients are two

In this article, we’ll examine 20 main survival pantry staples and explore some of the many meals you can make with them. ---CONTINUED---
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