Spoilage resistant packaging includes one or more anti-spoilage agents in the form of an anti-microbial agent in an amount effective to prevent or reduce the chance of spoilage of an item stored in the packaging due to microorganisms. A preferred form of the anti-microbial agent is a composition containing silver or a silver component, such as silver compound. In one form the silver compound is, an inorganic salt of silver, optionally combined together with another metal or other anti-microbial agent. An effective dosage of the anti-microbial agent is incorporated into the material from which the packaging is manufactured so as to either contact directly the item being stored in the packaging or be released to the atmosphere or environment within the packaging to counteract the effects of spoilage of the item by microorganisms. The advantage of using the anti-microbial agent is that the shelf life of the item stored in the packaging is extended whilst preserving the qualities of the item, such as the organoleptic qualities, appearance and similar.
