Last month, inflation in the United States jumped to its highest rate in nearly 13 years as the country rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic. The surge in consumer prices reflected a surge in demand and shortages of labor and materials made severe by the pandemic, leading many economists to believe inflation is here to stay. For preppers, … Continue reading 5 Reasons you should stockpile food right now
Prepping supplies: 11 Items that are in short supply because of the coronavirus pandemic
People across America continue to worry because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Even preppers, who are often prepared before SHTF, are concerned because 11 items are often in short supply because of the pandemic. Prep before SHTF by reading up on these items that you also need to stock up on, like chicken for your stockpile … Continue reading Prepping supplies: 11 Items that are in short supply because of the coronavirus pandemic
6 Most important skills every homesteader should learn
Living on a homestead seems like sunshine and rainbows from afar. But there’s actually more to homesteading once you get up close and personal. You’ll need to know more than just how to keep the house clean, the animals fed and the vegetables watered. But don’t fret. Each homesteading skill you learn will take you one step … Continue reading 6 Most important skills every homesteader should learn
Grocers are now stockpiling food supplies ahead of expected inflation, food supply shortages
In order to protect profits while ensuring a steady supply of goods moving forward, some grocers are stockpiling food and other supplies as threats of inflation continue to loom. Frozen meat, sugar and other staple items are reportedly being piled away in order to have enough on hand to stock grocery shelves in the event that they become … Continue reading Grocers are now stockpiling food supplies ahead of expected inflation, food supply shortages
5 Reasons to stockpile food now
Inflation in the United States has jumped to the highest rate since 2008 as the country rebounds strongly from the coronavirus pandemic. Unfortunately, many economists believe the current rise in inflation is not transitory because of evidence of structural changes in supply at a time when demand for all products is robust. Put simply, inflation is here to … Continue reading 5 Reasons to stockpile food now
Prepping basics: 8 Types of foods to keep in your survival pantry
You need to be wise about the foods you keep in your survival pantry because some foods go bad quickly. Others, on the other hand, last long but are just empty calories. (h/t to Survivopedia.com) When preparing your survival stockpile, you have to consider the calorie content, cost, nutrient value and shelf life of food. Here’s why these considerations … Continue reading Prepping basics: 8 Types of foods to keep in your survival pantry
14 Ways to preserve blackberries for long-term storage
Blackberries have one of the shortest peak seasons of all fruits in the United States, where harvests usually run from July to August. Blackberries also don’t ripen after they’ve been picked, so they have to be picked when they’re exactly ripe. This means you have a very short window for enjoying sweet and juicy blackberries. Luckily, there are several … Continue reading 14 Ways to preserve blackberries for long-term storage
Prepping food supply 101: How to survive if you run out of supplies during a long-term disaster
Preppers know that they shouldn’t be complacent just because they have a sizeable survival stockpile. Before SHTF, you should also start a home garden, learn about food preservation techniques and know how to find and purify water. These crucial skills will ensure that you can survive a long-term survival scenario if you run out of … Continue reading Prepping food supply 101: How to survive if you run out of supplies during a long-term disaster
Covid supply chain issues now hitting fast-food chains as shortages in foods and packaging both worsen
A new survey by Reuters has found that at least nine popular fast-food chains are experiencing supply issues due to supply bottlenecks and other problems linked to the Wuhan coronavirus (Covid-19) plandemic. Everything from iced green tea to fries to chicken wings, as well as plastic packing material and paper bags, is becoming hard to come by as Chinese Virus-related … Continue reading Covid supply chain issues now hitting fast-food chains as shortages in foods and packaging both worsen
4 Best food storage containers for your stockpile
Preparing an emergency food stockpile can be messy. Canned foods and drink bottles easily eat up space in the pantry or refrigerator, and not everyone has a lot of space for food and other essentials. Plus, mediocre food storage containers can leak and stain, failing to keep your food fresh and creating a mess in your … Continue reading 4 Best food storage containers for your stockpile
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