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.
That way you can make thin slices (about a 1/4 inch thick) without cutting off your finger, or worse, swearing. Most beef jerky recipes will tell you to slice WITH the grain, meaning they recommend you slice parallel with the existing muscle fibers in the meat. The purpose is to help the meat stay together.