When it comes to prepping, food storage is one of the most important things you need to consider.

Preppers, of course, have an entire pantry filled with canned goods, dried food, and other non-perishables.

But if you're just getting started with food storage, it can be a bit overwhelming.

Food is one of the first things that comes to mind for most people in times of hardship.

They're concerned about whether or not they have enough food stored up in case of an emergency, and most of the time, they don't.

As we all know, being prepared for the unexpected isn't the norm, but it's all normal for us preppers.

As a result, people hurry to the supermarket to stock up on whatever food they believe they will need.

There are three potential issues here.

1. First, you may not be able to go to the store if you're in a certain condition.
2. For example, certain roads may be blocked or impassable due to bad weather. 
3. There is also the possibility that the store itself may be closed.

Of course, if the store is open, you may find that the shelves are empty and that most of the things you need are long gone.

I think we can all agree that this kind of event can happen as we have recently witnessed this.

I know I have. 

In the case of a short-term crisis, it's important to remember the importance of having a supply of food on hand.

Here are seven essential food storage tips for preppers that will go a long way for your prepping journey.

Keep these tips in mind, and you'll be alright.

1. What foods you want to store

The shelf life of certain items like milk and bread is short.

So it's going to be a pain to store them. Instead, you should concentrate on freeze-dried foods, canned foods, uncooked rice, wheat, MREs.

Keep in mind to also store food with the nutrients you need, such as freeze-dried meats and vegetables.

You could think about stocking up on food that can be chilled or frozen, but you never know when a power outage will hit your house.

If that happens, your food will spoil, and most likely, in the middle of a crisis, the power grid will be down.

Frozen foods will keep if you have the means to keep them frozen, but you won't in most cases unless it's winter and cold out.

2. Have 30 day supply of food stored

Ideally, you should stockpile enough food to last you for 30 days or more.

Although it may sound excessive, this is one of the main goals you want to shoot for if there is a crisis.

Having 30 days worth of food supplies is sufficient for most disasters and emergencies.

You might need more food in some cases, but this will typically happen only in the worst-case emergency scenarios.

Consider the whole family's needs while storing food and have enough on hand to meet everyone's dietary requirements.

Of course, you must also have pet food on hand if you have one.

3. Spices and sauces

This is a big one for me. Consider storing spices and sauces that you use to flavor your food when cooking.

I think we can all agree that having certain sauces, salt, and different spices makes a world of difference when eating or tasting your food.

There is no reason to suffer and eat bland meals during a crisis.

You want to ensure you don't run out of key spices because they are vital to making flavorful meals.

For example, black pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon are spices that you should definitely try to store in a sealed container.

Spices are expensive so hold on to them at all costs. Herbs have a long shelf life, and if stored properly, they can last up to 5 years or longer.

4. How to rotate your food supplies

When storing food, put the newest items in the front and the oldest at the back.

Rotate the stock and get rid of older items to make room for new ones.

Find or build a solid container in which you can store large quantities of your food; these will stay safe from the elements and rodents.

In a crisis, you may want to eat the older inventory first.

If you're storing food for a long-term emergency, use air-tight containers and jars.

Labels will help to identify the food's contents.

Doing this will make it much easier to organize the inventory.

5. Store food you like to eat

In a perfect world, you want to store nutritious food that tastes good.

But we all know that's not the reality of a survival situation.

So it's always a good idea to store some comfort food like chocolate can fruit Etc.

These Foods in these situations will undoubtedly help fight stress and ease the emotional breakdowns that may occur during a crisis.

Comfort foods are also a good source of calories, which your body may seriously need to maintain its ability to function.

Having comfort food on hand always makes me feel better, no matter how bad the situation gets.

6. Utensils and paper plates will save water

When the going gets tough, it's essential to preserve water.

You want to think outside the box and come up with creative ways of conserving water. Instead, use plastic utensils for eating and drinking.

If you have them, paper plates will work great because you can throw the plates away after you've finished eating.

The point here is you save on water because you are not washing dishes.

Remember to stock up on garbage bags as well.

They may come in handy for transporting all your food.

7. Properly store your food

You want to make sure you store your food correctly so that it stays fresh for as long as possible.

If you have them try and use plastic food containers instead of glass containers to keep food from going bad faster.

Plastic containers also have lids that you can place on top so that food stays fresh for longer.

You can also use a freezer or zippered bags to keep food fresh.

Make sure you keep your food in a cool, dry place and away from heat.

This will help keep food fresh since moisture breaks down and damages food.

To sum it up

You have to do what you need to survive in a survival situation, plain and simple.

Keep extra food and staples neatly organized and easily accessible.

These seven tips are an excellent place to help you get started.

Also, don't forget to label your storage containers as in order. 

When you're planning for the worse, you'll be more equipped to deal with whatever comes your way.

So please take all the information you can find about food storage tips for preppers and use it to your advantage.

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