Links to OES estimates for other areas and States. Major Occupational Groups in the Dallas-Plano-Irving, TX Metropolitan Division (Note--clicking a link will scroll the page to the occupational group): 00-0000 All Occupations. 11-0000 Management Occupations.
Homemade jerky lasts for. 2-3 Months. But remember, beef jerky, like a lot of other meats, usually has a best before date and not a use by date or an expiration date. Because of this distinction, you may safely use jerky after the best before date has lapsed.
Jerky - Does beef jerky go bad? Unopened beef jerky can last for 1-2 years in the pantry, even beyond a date stamped on the package if properly sealed. The shelf life of beef jerky depends on the best before date and how the jerky is stored. Jerky is dried, removing most of the moisture where bacteria likes to grow. Jerky is also usually salted in this drying process, which adds another layer of preservation.