I neglected to give a rational for pemmican!Jerky will absorb moisture and putrefy or develop mold.Pemmican is in fact early canning.The fat is a sealer and added nutrient.Pemmican with berries is more susceptible to spoilage,but I like the flavor and vitamen C.Native peoples wrapped theirs in rawhide. Examples are known to have remained fresh up to 30years!<br><br>