Being genuinely Zimbabwean the vision of Lunar Chickens is to become the leader in the production and marketing of poultry products in Zimbabwe and beyond.
At Lunar Chickens we are committed to efficient and effective production of quality poultry and poultry products employing methods and procedures relevant to the trade and at all times ensuring that the interests of all key stakeholders are honoured.

Consumer Guide

CHICKEN CONSUMER GUIDE

Buying Chicken

Lunar Chicken products reach the store in perfect condition. To be sure of optimum quality and freshness when buying chicken, be sure to read the important information printed on the label.

Storing Chicken

Chicken, like all fresh meats, is perishable and should be handled with care to maintain top quality. Follows these tips to maintain food safety, product quality and shelf life.As soon as you get home, put your chicken straight into the fridge or freezer; never leave it on the countertop at room temperature.Packaged, fresh chicken should be refrigerated in its original wrapping in the coldest part of the refrigerator. Two days storage time is best. Store it on a low shelf of the refrigerator on a plate so that it does not drip onto other items.

Cooked, cut chicken is best when refrigerated two days or less; whole cooked chicken, three days or less.When storing a cooked and stuffed whole chicken, remove the stuffing and store in a separate container before refrigerating.Freeze uncooked chicken if it is not to be used within two days.Before you freeze, wrap separate pieces in foil or separate plastic bags. Remember to press air out of the package first and label the pieces with the date.

SAFETY + HYGIENE

Keep Clean

Wash your hands before handling food. Wash and sanitize all surfaces and equipment used for food preparation

Seperate Raw and Cooked

Seperate raw meat, poultry and seafood from other foods Use seperate equipment and utensils such as knives and cutting boards for handling raw foods Store food in containers to avoid contact between raw and prpared foods

Cook Thoroughly

Proper cooking kills almost all dangerous microorganisms, therefore cook food thoroughly, especially meat, poultry, eggs and seafood. Reheat cooked food thoroughly

Keep Food at Safe Temperatures

✔ Do not leave cooked food at room temperature for more than 2 hours

✔ Refrigerate promptly all cooked and perishable food (preferably below 5°C)

✔ Keep cooked food piping hot (more than 60°C) prior to ser ving

✔ Do not store food too long even in the refrigerator

✔ Do not thaw frozen food at room temperature

Use Safe Water and Raw Materials

Raw materials, including water and ice, may be contaminated with dangerous microorganisms and chemicals.

✔ Use safe water or treat it to make it safe

✔ Select fresh and wholesome foods

✔ Choose foods processed for safety, such as pasteurized milk

✔ Wash fruits and vegetables, especially if eaten raw

✔ Do not use food beyond its expiry date

Halaal Status

Chickens are slaughtered by Halaal slaughterers and fully compliant to Halaal status