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How To Prepare, Save Money & Guarantee You Have Food When the SHTF
Posted by: Rob Richardson
Off Grid Survival
With rising costs, food has become a significant part of every family’s budget. In fact, it’s estimated that the average American family spends 12.74% of their budget on food. With that in mind, the thought of spending even more money to stock an emergency food pantry might seem a little overwhelming for some.
While the extra cost might seem like a burden, the fact is, we all need to have a stockpile of emergency food on hand at all times. Just one look at recent events, is enough to show you how easily our modern food delivery systems can be thrown out of whack. From natural disasters, to future events like further economic problems, the need to have a stockpile of emergency food and supplies is something we can’t ignore.
With the country over 16 trillion dollars in debt, and unfunded obligations that make the actual debt number about $120 trillion, it doesn’t take an economist to see that we are in for some major trouble in the months and years ahead.
The cost of food isn’t going down!
Anyone who buys food knows the cost of everything has been going up pretty quickly. Even foods that were once relatively cheap, like rice, beans, and flours are all starting to quickly go up in price. But if you followed the advice on this site, or did any form of prepping over the last couple of years, you probably actually have more money on hand than if you had went about your normal everyday life.
While that may seem odd to those who haven’t started, the fact is prepping doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, if done in the right way, it may actually save you and your family a significant amount of money.
Six Tips that will help you Save Money & Guarantee You Have Food When the SHTF
Buy a Food Dehydrator
A great way to start storing long-term healthy foods is to buy a quality food dehydrator like the Excalibur Dehydrator
The trick is to buy large amounts of fruits, herbs, and vegetables when they are in season, and on sale. You can then use your Dehydrator to stock your pantry for the coming year. It’s also great for those who have a garden, or those who hunt. Trust me, homemade jerky in one of these machines is awesome, and it’s a great way to store your meat without refrigeration.
Learn How To Can Your Own Food
The art of canning is another skill that can help you save money, and increase your emergency food supplies. The money saving principles are similar to the food dehydration tips that I mentioned above. By buying produce when it’s on sale, to canning your freshly picked garden goods, canning is an age old practice that can help you on your food preparation journey.
CAUTION: If you are going to make jerky. Be sure and vaccuum seal it !!! I have a vaccuum sealer and it really is great.
Why vacuum seal it?