does any one know how long it lasts once opened? i just found some in a biscuit tin I'd forgot about. Its been there maybe 6 month. Would it still be usable or best to chuck it and buy new? thanks
mazuri shelf life?
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It may go stale, but does it really go "bad"? That's the question.
I don't think it would lose it's nutritional value or become harmful.
Try a portion and see if it gets eaten, then get back to us because I'd like to know, myself.
I don't think it would lose it's nutritional value or become harmful.
Try a portion and see if it gets eaten, then get back to us because I'd like to know, myself.
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It is good for 9 months once opened. It has been sealed in a tin, so it should be just fine.
good to know it wont waste thanks.
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I've got to wonder. I purchased two 25 pound bags. Paper bags. How air sealed are those?
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Yes I was wondering the same thing. Where did you order your 25lb bags. And how much? I ordered from tortoise supply & it was 31.00 for two 2lb bags. I thought it was you that said you ordered from somewhere cheaper.
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A feed store called GRIFFS WESTERN in Davie Florida. It's about $32 for 25 pounds of red label, regular Mazuri. I pick it up. I'm sure the shipping would kill the deal $ wise.
Check your phone book for a feed store.
Check your phone book for a feed store.
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Thanks!!!
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I ordered a 25 pound bag back in October and transfered it to 9 gallon sized ziploc bags. 8 of the bags are still in my freezer to help them stay fresher longer. Shrimp is still working on the first bag and loves it as much as when we first got it.
The only time I thought I had old mazuri, was towards the end of going through it when my baby was itty bitty. It lasted me around 10 months or so. Towards the end, it smelt a tad like sourdough bread.
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I'll let you know because even with five tortoises it's gonna take a LOOOONG time to use up 50 pounds.
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If you cannot find a big bag of Mazuri locally, you can always order it directly from them.
http://www.mazuri.com/tortoise.aspx
Tortoise Diet, 25 lb = $30.99
Tortoise LS Diet, 25 lb = $43.49
Ground shipping $5.99 for up to 25 lb. Plus tax if appl.
According to Mazuri, the food should be used within 1 year of bag manufacturing. Per bag label, no moldy or insect infested food should be fed because contaminated food may cause illness or even death.
http://www.mazuri.com/tortoise.aspx
Tortoise Diet, 25 lb = $30.99
Tortoise LS Diet, 25 lb = $43.49
Ground shipping $5.99 for up to 25 lb. Plus tax if appl.
According to Mazuri, the food should be used within 1 year of bag manufacturing. Per bag label, no moldy or insect infested food should be fed because contaminated food may cause illness or even death.
never knew it could be frozen. Its good to know, only having 1 tiny tortoise even the smallest packs will last for ages.
