Life on the shelf

Controlling all available factors from ingredients to final packaging can help ensure that products last as long as they’re supposed to.

George Collings, Ph.D.
October 10, 2025
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“Best By” and “Use By” dates are common communications on any food. We recognize this as the product’s “shelf life,” information by brands to consumers indicating the product is still safe and nutritious to use. Shelf life is also valuable in inventory and turnover management along with the need for a potential recall.

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