Sending venison by post
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@JockStalk replied to your pm.
My observation is that it arrives at the other end at room temperature regardless of the packaging and ice packs used, which is fine when ambient temperatures are single digits IMO, and postage takes 1-2 days.
My observation is that it arrives at the other end at room temperature regardless of the packaging and ice packs used, which is fine when ambient temperatures are single digits IMO, and postage takes 1-2 days.
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nun_hunter
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I get raw dog food frozen and sent by post as well as the occasional Gousto/Hello Fresh when on offer. The dog food is frozen even after being in transit for 24hrs and the Gousto is always chilled with ice packs still mainly ice.
It all depends how much you're willing to spend on packaging (single use non recyclable plastic vs cardboard or paper and plastic that can be recycled) and a courier that will guarantee next day delivery.
Thanks, I'm planning to have a look at packaging options for my next venison orders.
I wouldn't post frozen venison because I can't be assured that it will arrive within 24h - RMSD & parcelforce 24 aren't reliable.
I order beef fat online. 1 day delivery is always 2 days for my part of the country and it always arrives at bient temperature.
Deerkeeper2
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I tried it several years ago and quickly stopped due to postage/courier problems. I seemed like a good way to damage the Estates excellent reputation so I couldn’t risk it.
Since then the Post Office and Courier services have got many times worse for general parcels so I can’t imagine sending frozen or chilled items would be any better.
Having said this, a couple of reputable businesses seem to be doing ok with it so it must be possible.
Since then the Post Office and Courier services have got many times worse for general parcels so I can’t imagine sending frozen or chilled items would be any better.
Having said this, a couple of reputable businesses seem to be doing ok with it so it must be possible.
Mrs G used to work for an organic farm that had a large mail order business - mostly chicken, pork, etc.
They used to send out all their meat orders in polystyrene boxes similar to these:
www.icertech.co.uk
Depending on the size of the box they would include a number of gel-based coolants similar to these:
www.icertech.co.uk
The biggest problem is their minimum order quantities.
Note: I've not tried the above packaging providers - they are just shown as examples of the type of packaging used.
They used to send out all their meat orders in polystyrene boxes similar to these:
Tile-Box - Icertech
When combined with our Easi-Chill coolants, our Tile-Boxes offer an effective and reliable solution for your temperature controlled packaging requirements. Compact, Flat Packed Design High Performance (Between 2 and 8°C for up to 72 hours) Provides Additional Product Protection Re-Useable...
www.icertech.co.uk
Depending on the size of the box they would include a number of gel-based coolants similar to these:
Easi-Chill Coolants - Icertech
Our gel packs are manufactured on our own site in the UK; they have been designed to keep products chilled at below 8°C for up to 72 hours or more when used with an insulated box. Benefits include: • High Performance • Easily Re-Usable • Puncture Resistant • No Need to Hydrate • Batch Stamped...
www.icertech.co.uk
The biggest problem is their minimum order quantities.
Note: I've not tried the above packaging providers - they are just shown as examples of the type of packaging used.
Deerkeeper2
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Yes, Dom, the minimum order size on packaging and also clean storage of the bulky boxes were two more problems that I had.
Also, the high cost of couriers makes the total bill very expensive and, in my opinion, contributes to the message that venison is only for the very wealthy. It would be better if people just bought their venison from reputable local suppliers but, fair play to anyone that can make it work.
Also, the high cost of couriers makes the total bill very expensive and, in my opinion, contributes to the message that venison is only for the very wealthy. It would be better if people just bought their venison from reputable local suppliers but, fair play to anyone that can make it work.
nun_hunter
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The dog food is delivered through DPD and is in polystyrene boxes withing a large cardboard box and always still frozen up to 36hrs if we're out when it is delivered. If ordered before 4pm it arrives the following day. Like you, I wouldn't trust RM to achieve the same and Evri it may arrive within a week!
I'm pretty sure Gousto comes through DPD too.
Thanks folks - just to be clear, it’s not for profit. I’m finding time and cost a challenge to get venison to friends and family outside local area. So this is exploring options to send. Always a glut over winter. And lots of folk shouting for venison but at a distance.
Vacpack and freeze, wrap it in paper or babble wrap, stick it in a poly postage bag and post first class. If it thaws a bit in transit it should be fine to refreeze due to the vacuum. Or if in any doubt it will certainly be fine to use fresh.
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