The ongoing coronavirus pandemic likely made you think about building your prepper pantry and what kind of non-perishable emergency foods to buy in bulk. Hopefully, you already have an emergency food supply and just looking to add more. If not, you should start building your supply right now. Here is a list of non-perishable emergency foods to get you started.
Canned Meat
Fresh meat may not be readily available after a disaster unless you raise animals on your property. While it’s a good idea to raise livestock such as pigs, chickens, quails, and rabbits, not everyone has the space to do so. That’s why you’re next best option is to turn to non-perishable canned meat.
SPAM Classic Luncheon Meat
SPAM Luncheon Meat has become somewhat of a staple for many survivalists and it’s pretty easy to see why. It tastes good on its own and can be used as an ingredient in different dishes. The cans also stack on top of each other nicely so it’s easier to maintain your pantry so it’s ideal to buy it in bulk.
The problem is that SPAM is less healthy than other kinds of emergency foods. Also, SPAM has a shelf life of only 2 to 5 years. Make sure you consume your supply before they go bad and replace what you use up so you’ll have an endless supply of canned luncheon meat.
Survival Tip: Apply the First In, First Out method or simply FIFO. Arrange your pantry in a way that the older stock is at the front and can easily be grabbed. The newer stock, meanwhile, is placed at the back. Every time you add new stock, the older one gets pushed to the front.
Survival Fresh All-Natural Canned Meat
You can also opt for canned meat products from companies that produce various kinds of long-term emergency foods for the purpose of helping people prepare for disasters and other emergencies. They produce non-perishable, ready-to-eat canned meats that have a pretty long shelf life. These products are meant for disaster preparedness and survival but are also good options for everyday meals.
Survival Fresh, for example, offers canned meat that you can buy the bulk. Their Mixed Meat All Natural 28oz Jumbo Canned Meat bundle includes 12 cans that are equivalent to about 54 meals. The case comes with 3 cans each of beef and chicken along with 2 cans each of pork, turkey, and ground beef hamburger.
It’s a good idea to stock up on different canned meats for variation but if you prefer one kind, you can buy it in bulk, too. For example, you can opt for the Ground Beef Hamburger 28oz Jumbo Canned Meat and get 12 cans of this particular meat.
Survival Tip: Stockpile on emergency foods you like or would actually eat. If worse comes to worst, you might end up eating anything as long as it’s edible, including dog food. Avoid this icky scenario by making sure you have enough food that you would enjoy eating.
Survival Cave Food Canned Meat
Survival Cave Food makes 28 and 14.5 oz ready-to-eat canned meats like pork, beef, chicken, and turkey. One case of 14.5 oz canned meat is equivalent to about 60 helpings so that’s a good start in building your emergency food supply.
Both Survival Fresh and Survival Cave Food use all-natural meats sourced from the USA. You won’t find any fillers, additives, preservatives, chemicals, growth hormones, dairy, or gluten in their survival foods The USDA-inspected meats are packed in BPA-free cans. Best of all, they can last up to 25 years or even longer if they are stored properly in cool, dark, and dry areas.
Survival Tip: Always have a can opener in your bug out bag or in your pantry even if you buy easy-open canned goods. In case you lose or break your can opener, you can still open a can using a knife or spoon.
Canned Fruits and Vegetables
In an apocalyptic scenario similar to the events in the movie Interstellar and the Netflix series The Silent Sea, humankind could no longer plant different kinds of plants and crops because of blight and drought, respectively. These things are already happening in some parts of the world so the need to build your emergency food supply is real.
The best non-perishable emergency foods in such scenarios are canned fruits and vegetables. Of course, canned meat and other survival foods are also important but you need to stockpile canned fruits and veggies to make up for a future in which you can’t easily grow produce.
Canned fruits and vegetables can also be bought in bulk so they’re perfect if you want to build your survival food supply real quick. The shelf life of these canned goods ranges from two to five years if stored properly. That means you also need to consume them before their expiration date and replenish your supply every time.
Libby’s Sliced Carrots
Libby’s Sliced Carrots is a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacin, Iron, Dietary Fiber, and other nutrients. Plus, each serving of these kosher carrots is only worth 30 calories. They also taste good and make meals look more appetizing. This is important if you’ve been eating nothing but baked beans for weeks.
Survival Tip: Don’t store canned vegetables in areas near the stove, hot pipes, furnace, or any place where the temperature exceeds 95 degrees Fahrenheit. They spoil faster in such conditions.
Bush’s Best Country Style Baked Beans
Speaking of baked beans, they’re popular survival foods and every prepper pantry has at least one can. They are high in fiber, folate, iron, calcium magnesium, and Vitamin B6 among other nutrients. They also contain enough carbs to keep you energized after hours of intense physical activity. Unfortunately, beans can cause some side effects like flatulence for people who aren’t used to eating them regularly. Still, you should stockpile canned beans in your prepper pantry.
Bush’s Best Country Style Baked Beans is a ready-to-eat prepping staple. You just need to pop open a can, heat the beans, and eat! Enjoy it as is or eat it with tortilla chips if you have some. You can add it to other dishes, too. Canned beans are tasty, rich in protein and fiber, and don’t contain fat and gluten.
Survival Tip: If you don’t have a stove and a pot or pan, you can heat your canned good in its can. It’s not the ideal thing to do but it’ll do if you want to eat warm food. just make sure to remove the label and disinfect the can with a bleach solution before placing it over the fire.
Freeze-Dried Foods
Freeze-dried foods undergo a dehydration process wherein the product is frozen then pressure is lowered before it goes through sublimation to remove the ice. The process saves most of the food’s nutritional value along with its look and color making it more appetizing to eat even if the world around you is in shambles.
These non-perishable emergency foods can be purchased in large quantities. They’re lightweight and usually packed in Mylar pouches and then stored in larger containers. That makes them really easy to stockpile in your pantry.
Many preppers begin with freeze-dried foods to build their emergency food supply because of their convenience and long shelf life. If you’re new to prepping, you’re in luck. There are plenty of companies that produce freeze-dried foods precisely for those who want to build their emergency food supply.
ReadyWise Vegetable Mix 120-Serving Emergency Food Bucket
ReadyWise is one example of such a company. They offer a variety of freeze-dried foods that come by the bucket. The Vegetable Mix 120 Serving Emergency Food Bucket, for example, contains 120 servings of nutrient-dense corn, peas, broccoli, and green beans. They have a shelf life of up to 25 years if properly stored. That means your kids can’t use the apocalypse as a reason for not eating their veggies.
Nutrient Survival 3 Month Bundle #10 Cans
Nutrient Survival is a relatively new player in the game having been founded only in 2020. However, they make some of the “most nutrient-dense survival food” in the industry as their freeze-dried foods are rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, omega-3s, and fiber. They also have a wide variety of meals that will appeal to everyone, including vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
The Nutrient Survival 3 Month Bundle contains 432 servings of different freeze-dried meals including Southwestern Medley, Triple Cheese Mac, Homestyle Scramble, Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal, Chocolate Grain Crunch, and Powdered Vitamin Milk. With a 25-year shelf life, this Nutrient Survival 3 Month bundle is definitely a must for people who want to prepare for the what-ifs.
Legacy Food Storage Entree 120 Serving Premium Food
Legacy Food Storage Entree 120 Serving Premium Food Bucket is another great option for those looking for non-perishable emergency foods to buy in bulk. The food bucket includes 15 main dish options that are rich in protein and fiber while low in sodium and fat. The freeze-dried meals include Italian Pasta with Marinara, Pasta Primavera, Pasta Alfredo, Macaroni and Cheese, Stroganoff, Cheese and Broccoli Bake, Creamy A La King, Vegetable Rotini Pasta, Classic Chili Mix, White Bean Chili Mix, Soup Mix, and Enchilada, Beans & Rice.
Food Bars
Food bars are non-perishable emergency foods that are perfect for bug out bags and other survival kits. They’re lightweight and portable so you can take them anywhere. These survival foods may not give you the satisfaction of eating a full meal but they provide a lot of nutritional value in a small package. This is important if you’re on the move or when you can’t cook a decent meal.
Military personnel, search and rescue teams, and outdoor enthusiasts prefer emergency food bars because they can easily replenish their energy during their line of work (or play).
S.O.S. Rations Emergency 3600 Calorie Food Bar
The S.O.S. Rations Emergency 3600 Calorie Food Bar comes in packs of 9 with a total calorie count of 3,682. The US Coast Guard-approved emergency food comes in coconut and cinnamon flavors and has a 5-year shelf life. In other words, it’s a must-have for any prepper pantry.
Ultimate Survival Technologies Emergency Food Ration Bars
The UST Emergency Food Ration Bars are nutrient-rich survival foods that deserve a spot in your pantry, emergency kits, and backpack. It measures 6 x 4. 5 x 1. 25 inches, weighs only 18 ounces, and contains 2400 calories. Each bar can be divided into 6 smaller pieces with 400 calories each. The UST food bar’s non-thirst-provoking formula keeps you from downing more water than you need. It also comes in a nice apple cinnamon flavor.
When it comes to emergency food, you want something that’s tasty, healthy, easy to store, and will last a long time. The survival foods we listed here are just the tip of the iceberg. There are plenty of other non-perishable emergency foods to buy in bulk. Check out Gentleman Pirate Club to discover more of these survival foods along with tons of tips on how to prepare for emergencies.
