How Long Does Frozen Venison Last?

VENISON — PURCHASED COMMERCIALLY FROZEN, RAW

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6-9 months (best quality)

 

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  • How long does frozen venison last? The precise answer to that question depends to a large extent on storage conditions - keep venison frozen at all times.
  • Properly stored, frozen venison will maintain best quality for about 9 months in the freezer, although it will usually remain safe to eat after that.
  • Is frozen venison safe to eat after the expiration date on the package? Yes, if properly stored - commercially frozen venison will typically carry a “Best By," "Best if Used By," “Best Before”, or "Best When Used By" date but this is not a safety date, it is the manufacturer's estimate of how long the frozen venison will remain at peak quality.
  • How long will frozen venison remain safe to eat? Frozen venison that has been kept constantly frozen at 0°F will keep safe indefinitely, as long as it has been stored properly and the package is not damaged.
  • How to tell if frozen venison is no longer good? If dry spots or discoloration have developed on the frozen venison, freezer burn has begun to set in - this will not make the venison unsafe to eat, but it will harm the texture and taste.

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