DON'T BUY THESE FOODS FROM EMERGENCY FOOD COMPANIES.

Published on June 24, 2020
Duration: 20:38

This video advises viewers on cost-effective emergency food storage, highlighting that DIY packaging of staples like beans, rice, and pancake mix is significantly cheaper than buying pre-packaged options from companies like Augason Farms. It recommends specific items like tomato powder and dehydrated vegetables, while suggesting pressure canning meat as a more economical alternative to expensive freeze-dried options. The core message emphasizes research and smart purchasing to maximize preparedness on a budget.

Quick Summary

DIY packaging of bulk staples like beans, rice, and pancake mix offers significant cost savings over pre-packaged emergency food kits. Pressure canning meat is also more economical than buying expensive freeze-dried options.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Emergency Food Storage Strategy
  2. 02:40High-Value Item: Tomato Powder
  3. 04:03Dehydrated vs. Freeze-Dried Veggies
  4. 05:20Cost Savings: DIY Onion Storage
  5. 08:36DIY Beans & Rice Packaging
  6. 11:32Pancake Mix Savings
  7. 13:31Meat Storage: Pressure Canning vs. Freeze-Dried
  8. 15:30Salt Storage & Final Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most cost-effective emergency food items to buy in bulk?

Staples like beans, rice, and pancake mix are significantly cheaper when bought in bulk and packaged yourself. Tomato powder is also a good value, especially when purchased on sale.

Is it better to buy freeze-dried or dehydrated vegetables for food storage?

Dehydrated vegetables are often preferred for storage density and weight per volume in containers like #10 cans, offering more product for the price compared to freeze-dried options.

What is a cheaper alternative to freeze-dried meat for emergency food storage?

Pressure canning various meats like beef, chicken, and pork at home is a much more economical method for long-term meat storage compared to the high cost of freeze-dried ground beef.

How can preppers save money on food storage?

Preppers can save money by researching prices, buying items like beans, rice, and pancake mix in bulk, and packaging them themselves using Mylar bags and oxygen absorbers instead of buying pre-packaged kits.

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