DON'T BUY THESE FOODS FROM EMERGENCY FOOD COMPANIES.

Published on June 24, 2020
Duration: 20:38

This video from Alaska Prepper provides expert advice on optimizing emergency food storage by focusing on cost-effective DIY packaging over expensive pre-packaged solutions. The speaker, an experienced prepper, details how to save significant money by buying bulk ingredients like beans, rice, and pancake mix, and repackaging them using Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers, contrasting this with the higher costs of brands like Augason Farms and Mountain House. Key takeaways include prioritizing dehydrated over freeze-dried vegetables for density and recommending pressure canning for meats as a more economical alternative to freeze-dried options.

Quick Summary

Expert prepper Alaska Prepper advises prioritizing DIY packaging for emergency food storage to maximize value. Buying bulk ingredients like beans, rice, and pancake mix, then using Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers, is far more economical than purchasing pre-packaged kits from brands like Augason Farms or Mountain House.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Emergency Food Storage
  2. 02:40Augason Farms Tomato Powder Value
  3. 04:03Dehydrated vs. Freeze-Dried Vegetables
  4. 05:20Cost Comparison: Dehydrated Onions
  5. 08:36DIY Packaging for Beans and Rice
  6. 11:32Pancake Mix Savings
  7. 13:31Meat Storage: Freeze-Dried vs. Pressure Canning
  8. 15:30Salt Storage and Final Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on emergency food storage?

You can save significantly by buying bulk ingredients like beans, rice, and pancake mix from warehouse stores and repackaging them yourself using Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers, rather than purchasing expensive pre-packaged emergency food kits from companies like Augason Farms or Mountain House.

What is the difference between dehydrated and freeze-dried vegetables for food storage?

Dehydrated vegetables retain more weight and density per volume in storage containers, making them often a better value for the price compared to freeze-dried vegetables, which lose significant weight during the process.

Is pressure canning meat cheaper than buying freeze-dried meat?

Yes, investing in a pressure canner to preserve meats like beef, chicken, and pork at home is substantially more cost-effective than buying expensive pre-packaged freeze-dried meat options for long-term storage.

What are the best ways to store salt long-term?

Salt is very inexpensive in bulk and can be stored long-term in simple, recycled plastic bottles without the need for oxygen absorbers, making it an easy and cheap staple for emergency food supplies.

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