Storage - Does it makes sense to use a foodsaver to vaccuum seal the seed packs?
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No, you don't want to vacuum pack the seeds. We package them so that they are ready to store either long or short term. Seeds are living organisms and they do need some air in order to be viable for long term storage so you can either store them in the laminated foil bag we supply or you can remove them and store the individual bags in glass jars with reseal-able lids. Just follow the directions in our downloadable PDF Planting, Sprouting and Storing Guide and you'll be fine. Thanks for the question.
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It probably wouldn't hurt. I have never stored my seeds in a vacuum sealed container and I have used seeds up to five years old though there appears to be some decline in germination percentage the older the seeds are. Good luck
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I don't know the answer. I would note the posted response from the seller, Charles Harmon.
1600587
I think that would be a great idea. You want to store them in a dry place, so I think sealing them up would work well.
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No, you don't want to vacuum pack the seeds. We package them so that they are ready to store either long or short term. Seeds do need some air in order to be viable for long term storage so you can either store them in the laminated foil bag we supply or you can remove them and store the individual bags in glass jars with reseal-able lids. Just follow the directions in our downloadable PDF Planting, Sprouting and Storing Guide and you'll be fine. Thanks for the question.
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The pump that comes with the containers works for the containers and Zip lock bags. I don't know about the "Foodsaver" pump.
972439
I have used the Foodsaver bags without any problems. I prefer the VacMaster or Cabelas bags better.
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You can seal bags without vaccuming the air out. I also reseal potato chip bags, brown sugar bags, etc without having to put the in foodsaver bags. any food that comes in a bag can usually be reseal with this.
1180857
The hose came with the Foodsaver. They seem to work well. For instance, we keep lettuce in a vacuum and it was still crisp after 3-4 weeks.
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I don't know.... just used for emergency food, supply storage (food is in separate vacuum sealed bags)perhaps check their website.
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My understanding is the bags are not for freezer use, so the answer is no. To do that you'd need to purchase their bigger food saver sealing machine.
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If there is a chance that the item being preserved has the potential of making a hole, I will first vacuum seal the item with a oxy-sorb, then insert that bag into a mylar bag with another oxy-sorb. So essentially you are using double the amount of oxy-sorbs for the same item. They are not that expensive and when you are storing food items that is suppose to last for years, I think it is good insurance.
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I don't know if the seal-a-meal will work. I use a vacuum sealer but I remember reading that other bags can be used but make sure and get out as much air as possible.
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I don't have experience using foodsaver accessories with my MaxVac, but that doesn't mean they won't work. I have used FoodSaver bags! I would purchase the vacuum hose accessory offered through LEM if you plan on sealing canisters. If the FoodSaver hose fits, try it out! Either way, I'm very pleased with my MaxVac and would not hesitate to recommend it!
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The instructions show that there is a tray for catching excess liquids being removed during the process, and I find that mine unit does remove liquid so the bag can be sealed. Due to this, I find it highly unlikely that you could seal liquids in the bags. Also liquids can be a problem if they end up where the bag is being sealed. Foodsaver does offer the ability to vac-seal mason or canning jars, plus other containers that they offer. I have not attempted this yet, but the Foodsaver website does show more details and better explanations of their options.
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I would not recommend any food saver canister. They always seem to lose the vacuum and I've even ended up spilling the contents because I picked it up by the top. The bags I love.
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Simple answer is No. The long answer is maybe. The bags are too wide for my foodsaver and if you ruffle the edge to make it fit, the folds won't seal. Also, the smoothness of the bags creates a vacuum barrier that will not allow full evacuation of the bag. We used a straw attached to the hose assembly to vacuum the bag bottom-to-top, withdrawing the straw as needed, and then quickly closed and finished sealed the bag. This method did require pre-sealing all but 1/4" of the bag top, allowing just enough opening for straw insertion. TMI? :)
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I don't know the answer to that one. I only bought the item. I wouldn't use anything besides the Food Saver bags and the bags are available in a lot of places. I bought the roll at Sears where you can cut the bags to the right size according to the food you are putting in. You seal one side, put the food in and then vacuum and seal the other side. I saw the bags also at Walmart. The Food Saver bags have a different texture than Ziploc bags and I think the Ziploc bags probably wouldn't vacuum seal. I would call Food Saver direct or email them to answer your question 1 (877)777-8042 or www.foodsaver.com. I don't know the answer to that one. I only bought the item. I wouldn't use anything besides the Food Saver bags and the bags are available in a lot of places. I bought the roll at Sears where you can cut the bags to the right size according to the food you are putting in. You seal one side, put the food in and then vacuum and seal the other side. I saw the bags also at Walmart. The Food Saver bags have a different texture than Ziploc bags and I think the Ziploc bags probably wouldn't vacuum seal. I would call Food Saver direct or email them to answer your question 1 (877)777-8042 or... » Read More I don't know the answer to that one. I only bought the item. I wouldn't use anything besides the Food Saver bags and the bags are available in a lot of places. I bought the roll at Sears where you can cut the bags to the right size according to the food you are putting in. You seal one side, put the food in and then vacuum and seal the other side. I saw the bags also at Walmart. The Food Saver bags have a different texture than Ziploc bags and I think the Ziploc bags probably wouldn't vacuum seal. I would call Food Saver direct or email them to answer your question 1 (877)777-8042 or www.foodsaver.com. « Show Less
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This is my second Foodsaver, an upgrade from my first one bought via infomercial. It's fabulous. I've used the first one to seal other types of bags, but I have not tried it with the new one. However, I can tell you that you can seal without using the vacuum function first. So it will probably work just fine.
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Yes, this will work with Foodsaver bags. You will save a lot of money by using FoodVacBags or VacMaster bags, though. They are much less expensive.
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No. The FreshSaver Handheld is designed for use with FoodSaver Vacuum Zipper Bags and FoodSaver Containers. It is not compatible with FoodSaver Canisters.