How long does rye (whole grain) last?

Rye (whole grain) keeps 6 months in the pantry, or 12 months in the freezer.

SHELF STABLE

Where	How long
Pantry, unopened	6 months
Freezer	12 months

Times are for best quality when stored at safe temperatures, from the USDA FSIS FoodKeeper. Food kept frozen at 0°F stays safe indefinitely; the freezer time is for quality. Throw out cans that are bulging, leaking or badly dented.

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