Products / Food Safety
Storage
| Proper storage is important for keeping HARVESTLAND® products fresh, flavorful and safe. To properly store our products, follow these tips: |
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Refrigerate or freeze poultry quickly after the purchase. Try to do this within a half hour to prevent the growth of dangerous bacteria. Be sure to avoid the "danger zone," which falls between 40°F and 140°F. |
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Keep the freezer at 0°F and the refrigerator at 36°F.
Check regularly with a thermometer to make sure the proper temperature
is consistent. |
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In the freezer, pack foods tightly together so each
item can keep the others cold. |
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In the refrigerator, pack foods loosely to allow room
for air to circulate freely. |
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Seal packages well. Don't let them leak. After sealing, clearly identify them and mark them with a date before freezing. |
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Store poultry on the bottom shelf and in the back of the refrigerator to prevent leakage onto other foods.
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Guide to Storage
Use this guide to properly store HARVESTLAND® products. |
Products |
Refrigerated at 36°F | Frozen at 0°F |
Tenderloins, Strips |
until use-by date * |
up to 6 months |
Boneless Chicken Breasts |
1-2 days |
9 months |
Whole Chicken |
1-2 days |
9 months |
Thighs |
1-2 days |
9 months |
Drumsticks |
1-2 days |
9 months |
Wings |
1-2 days |
9 months |
Ground Turkey, Chicken and Sausage |
3-4 days |
2-3 months |
Rotisserie Chicken |
within 3-5 days of purchase |
2 months |
Deli Meats |
within 3-5 days of purchase |
2 months |
*Once opened, use within 5 days. |
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