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.
Wait and watch. Beef jerky takes from eight to twelve hours in order for it to be truly jerky and dried up wonderfully. Check the consistency of the jerky regularly after 2 hours, and every 30 minutes thereafter, until it meets your satisfaction. Cut into the jerky to ensure that it is not raw inside.