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How long can you store harvested yeast in the fridge?

I usually go about 10 days in the primary, and a week in a secondary if I'm going to dry hop. Either way I've always had very clear beer. I usually bottle condition 2 weeks, and if kegging, allow about a week (at least) after carbonation to begin enjoying.

When I say swirl, I mean the whole carboy, without removing the airlock (so as not to introduce oxygen to the beer).

The times I have (swirled) I always let it rest a few days before transfer, so clarity is never an issue, I'm wondering more about off flavors and such...

Subject line says it all, thanks.

Just wondering how many swirl their primary carboys when fermentation is complete or near complete? Is there any chance this could cause off flavors in the final product by stirring up the dregs on the bottom? Thanks.

Brewed this a week ago Wed., April 13. I'd like to go straight to the keg from the primary. Does this require dry-hopping to get the best results? Also, do most of you swirl your carboys when the fermentation slows down or stops?