# Strip: USDA Jerky Safety — USDA-cited jerky safety coach

> USDA-cited food safety coach for home jerky makers using dehydrators. (iPhone/iPad app by Roman Kopaliani.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strip-usda-jerky-safety/id6777718532 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Roman Kopaliani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1635315269)
- Category: Food & Drink, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Mexican Spanish
- Released: 2026-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strip-usda-jerky-safety/id6777718532/reviews.md

## What is Strip?

Strip is a USDA-cited safety coach for home jerky makers using a food dehydrator. Every guidance step cites USDA FSIS or NCHFP UGA primary sources — not unverified blog folklore.

Free forever:
• USDA-cited kill-step verification (pre-heat to 160°F internal, 165°F for poultry)
• Dehydrator-temp envelope reference (NCHFP 130–140°F) with the first-run dial-verification prompt UW-Madison Extension recommends

24-hour free trial of everything else, then a one-time $4.99 unlock:
• 12 USDA / NCHFP-cited starter recipes — beef whole-muscle, ground beef, venison, poultry, fish
• Symptom troubleshooter — case hardening, greasy or oily, tough or rubbery, salty — with community-voice causes and fixes verified against primary sources
• Insta-cure #1 vs Insta-cure #2 disambiguation (per FSIS Compliance Guideline 2014-0010)
• Storage shelf-life reference (vacuum-sealed frozen, refrigerated, pantry, ambient)

Strip is built around a load-bearing fact: most home dehydrators do not reliably reach the USDA-recommended kill-step temperature on their own. Strip surfaces the pre-heat step the dehydrator's instructions usually skip, and it names the texture trade-off honestly so you have a documented USDA-blessed alternative (post-heat 275°F for 10 minutes after drying) instead of silently skipping the safety step.

Strip presents USDA FSIS and NCHFP UGA guidance for educational purposes. Follow current USDA FSIS guidance (fsis.usda.gov) for authoritative food safety information.

## Key features

- USDA-cited kill-step verification
- Dehydrator temperature guidance
- Starter recipes for various meats
- Symptom troubleshooter
- Insta-cure disambiguation
- Storage shelf-life reference

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strip Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Strip

### What is Strip's primary function?

Strip acts as a USDA-cited safety coach for individuals making jerky at home with a food dehydrator. It provides guidance on critical steps like kill-step verification and temperature control, referencing primary sources.

### How does Strip ensure food safety?

Strip cites USDA FSIS and NCHFP UGA primary sources for all its guidance, including kill-step verification (160°F internal, 165°F for poultry) and dehydrator temperature envelopes (130–140°F). This ensures users follow scientifically backed safety protocols.

### What USDA-cited recipes are included in Strip?

The app offers 12 USDA/NCHFP-cited starter recipes covering beef whole-muscle, ground beef, venison, poultry, and fish. These recipes are unlocked after a 24-hour trial and a one-time purchase.

### Can Strip help troubleshoot jerky-making problems?

Yes, Strip includes a symptom troubleshooter for common issues like case hardening, greasiness, toughness, or excessive saltiness. It offers causes and fixes verified against primary food safety sources.

### What is the pricing for Strip?

Strip is free to download and offers basic USDA-cited kill-step verification and dehydrator temperature guidance. Additional features, including recipes and the troubleshooter, can be unlocked with a one-time $4.99 purchase after a 24-hour free trial.

### Does Strip have ads?

No, Strip does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with basic features, and advanced features are available through a one-time purchase.

### On which devices can I use Strip?

Strip is available for iPhone and iPad, indicated by its support for iOS devices. The app is rated for ages 4 and up.

### How often is Strip updated?

Strip was last updated on June 25, 2026, with version 1.1. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-08-19

Maintenance update. No feature changes.

### 1.1 — 2026-06-25

You can now unlock the full app at any time from Settings, without waiting for the trial to end. Plus small reliability improvements.

### 1.0 — 2026-06-11

No release notes.

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