Ask The Expert: How to Package Beef Jerky?

One of the cool things about being in the packaging business is friends and family constantly ask, "How do I package this," or "I have a cake mix that I'm thinking of selling, what size stand bag do I need, and most recently "Do you sell beef jerky bags?" 

While there is no simple answer for any of these questions, some are easier to answer than others and frankly these can be excellent ways to help our other clients throughout the country as well.  So, we've created our Ask The Expert Column.  Detailed and descriptive articles regarding how to package certain types of products, material selections, barrier film properties, equipment questions and more.  Whatever is on your mind as it pertains to packaging, let us know and we'll answer your questions specifically for you but helping others as well. Send your questions to info@standuppouches.net

Today's question pertains to packaging beef jerky.  There are 3 main ways to protect beef jerky and keep it fresher for longer.  One is to pull a vacuum and literally suck out all air around the jerky, two is to use nitrogen gas, and three is a tiny little pillow pouch or dessicant bag known as an oxygen scavenger.  Read the entire article