I want to use these in June when my grandchildren come for a visit, can I buy them now? and what is the best way to store them?
1424101
I think it's better to wait a little closer to the time -- I think the directions say the plates are good for awhile but not forever. They say to store unused plates in the refrigerator.
1424102
The shelf life is guaranteed for 30 days. However, the fresh agar plates always work better than the old. So it is better to order them 2 weeks before use. The best way to store them is to keep them in the refrigerator to prevent excessive loss of moisture from the agar plates. It is normal that you will see some water condensation on the cap of the agar plates.
1424103
You wouldn't have any problems if you buy them now. They should be stored in a refrigerator, this way bacteria will not grow. They do come sealed, but still the best way to store them. Make sure to get them to room temperature before you use them. This was a very interesting experiment, your grandchildren will love it!
1424104
The room shelf life is guaranteed for 30 days. If stored in a refrigerator, the agar plates are good for at least 3 months. However, the fresh agar plates always work better than the old. So it is better to order them 2 weeks before use. The best way to store them is to keep them in the refrigerator to prevent excessive loss of moisture from the agar plates. It is normal that you will see some water condensation on the cap of the agar plates.
691046
I refrigerate them in the bag they came in. Take out what you need and let them warm before use. I dip them in clonex solution before use
545456
I'm not storing them outside, indoor as a matter of fact. Its been safe so far. Its the best answer I can give you.
621524
In a cool, dry place. Seal them in some way to keep the little critters away. Your refrigerator would also be a great place to store them. They keep for a really, really long time if you're careful with them.
640737
Don't know why you don't want them in the house. I think under beds is a good solution it they fit there. I don't know how temperature effects storage.
1871728
Hello J. Tullier!I'd think any of those would be fine.....think of them as a raisin....which could be stored all 3 ways w/the freezer extending the life the best!
2113644
I keep mine in a cabinet. As long as it's dark and dry you should be good. They won't last for extended amounts of years but at least 1 yr they are definitely good. Hope that helps :)
1212460
Yes, unopened is absolutely the best way because they don't last super long otherwise (ask me how I know). I am almost 100% sure they do not have to be refrigerated while still unopened.
210302
We left ours out all summer through some fairly bad storms. They held up very well. We did store them for winter.
1984939
They will last a very long time.I store them in a tin with a top that is frequently left off.
1077933
You will need some kind of container for them. They do not stand on their own.
73625
I would think you could put them in kid's lunch box but I would use yogurt...maybe freeze and then put it in the lunch box just as they are heading out the door.
939925
Rebecca, I would say this: If you're not planning to use them this year, you can prepare them for storage by using the methods you'll find on sites like Emergency Essentials (or similar others). They have the kind of supplies needed -- sealed bags, pails, etc.. They will preserve seeds & grains for at least several years. Always good to have some on hand. Good for you!!
1934703
I would store them like you would pasteurized. I soak and dehydrate mine then store in the refrigerator. They would do do fine in an airtight container in the pantry too.
1984940
To keep them fresh, I put them in a large zip loc bag and kept them in the cupboard. They are dried so there is no need to refrigerate or anything like that. It took me about 3 months to use all of them up and they remained fresh during that time. I would think they could be used much longer as long you keep them in a sealed storage bag. They won't get moldy or spoiled.
121433
They recommend 5 years at 50 degrees but the ones I received were already four years old and I don't know where they were stored. Be aware of this vendor.
1544455
I would say it depends on what your plans are. If it's going to be hot, I'd freeze them, if it's not, refrigerating them would be sufficient.