Been tring to determine the food safety rules on jerky. to cure or not to cure, where can I get jerky tested for moisture

they have some interesting articles on their web, but does anyone have the rules of the trade they can share?

Are you thinking of selling just within your state or possibly selling interstate? For in-state, contact your state's department of agriculture. Also, the local extension office will have all the regulations and food safety information needed.

If you are planning to sell interstate, then you need to contact the USDA directly.