The meat had a terrible smell when the package was opened. Is it bad??

Since we do not use any gasses in the processing and packing of the meats, there can be a bit of a funky smell when they are opened from the cryovac package. This is not a matter of concern, and simply rinsing the meat and patting dry should eliminate any odors.
If you have any concerns, please contact customer service at 973-917-3155 or customerservice@fossilfarms.com