Storage Tips

• When shopping, try to pick up perishable items (such as Pork) last
• If there's likely to be an extended delay between the shops and returning home, take along an insulated container to keep the meat cold
• Ensure that you place your Pork in the fridge or freezer as soon as possible upon returning home.
• If the Pork is loose wrapped, place on a plate covered with plastic food wrap or in a sealed container lined with a layer of paper towel
• Store Pork in the coolest part of the fridge.

Storage Life

• Some Pork will be sold with a 'use by' or 'best before' date.  Follow these dates where provided
• Fresh Pork should smell fresh and have a sweet aroma - not overly 'meaty'
• Fresh Pork will be pink or pale in colour and feel firm - not slimy or greying in colour.

The following chart is a guide only for shelf life. 

Freezing

• Always use a freezer bag or airtight container prior to freezing, removing as much air as possible
• If storing steak, chops or multiple large items, place food safe plastic between layers or wrap individually in separate bags.  This makes defrosting easier and will prevent freezer burn
• Pork can be kept for up to 6 months depending on how it's wrapped and stored
• Frozen Pork should be thawed before use
• Whenever possible, slow-thaw Pork in the fridge for 24-48 hours prior to cooking
• Never thaw meat in the sun or warm water.  If urgent thawing is required, microwave defrosting is the safest method.