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Freezer Storage Advice
• Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which are suitable for
freezing.
• Do not allow frozen food in to direct contact with food to be frozen.
• Pre-frozen food must be placed in the freezer as quickly as possible after
purchasing.
• To prevent frost damage to fresh vegetables or fruits they must be processed
appropriately before being placed into the freezer compartment.
• You must always follow the storage guidelines printed on all food packaging.
However, below is some suggested maximum storage times at -18°C (4 star
freezer rating) for a variety of foods:
• Fresh meat & poultry – up to 12 months
• Cooked meat – up to 2 months
• Fresh fish – up to 6 months
• Fruit & vegetables – up to 12 months
• Bread & cakes – up to 6 months
Food Storage Guidelines
Refrigerator compartments
Door or balconies of fridge
compartment
Crisper drawer (salad drawer)
Fridge shelf – bottom
Chiller (box/drawer)
Fridge shelf – middle
Fridge shelf – top
Freezer drawer(s)/shelf
Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks,
condiments.
Do not store perishable foods.
Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in the
crisper bin.
Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in the
refrigerator.
Raw meat, poultry, fish (for short-term storage)
Dairy products, eggs
Foods that do not need cooking, such as ready-to-eat foods,
deli meats, leftovers.
Foods for long-term storage.
Bottom drawer/shelf for raw meat, poultry, fish.
Middle drawer/shelf for frozen vegetables, chips.
Top drawer/shelf for ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen baked
goods.
Type of food
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