Preparing a long term food storage area in your home requires special consideration to location, space and the gear you preserve your food in.
With any long term food stockpile, the essential key is to keep out:
- Sunlight
- Air
- Moisture
- Insects
Explore your home and depending on the quantity and size of your food storage amount, you’ll need to pick a cool, dry and dark place.
That could be a cellar, a basement, or ? We don’t advise picking a spot in your attic because unless your attic space is heat regulated, it can get really (really) hot in an attic.
Once you’ve established your storage area, it’s time to purchase and safely store your food.
This is a great video that shows you how to properly store and seal your food for the long term.
Recommended Long Term Food Storage Supplies Available Through Amazon:
- 5 Gallon White Bucket & Lid – Food Grade – BPA Free Plastic
- 10-5 Gallon Mylar Bags and 10-2000cc Oxyfree Oxygen Absorbers
