Best Low-Budget Ways to Build Up an Emergency Food Supply

[TeaTimeTalisman]

Looking for practical advice on building up an emergency food supply without breaking the bank. I know rice and beans are staples, but has anyone found good deals on bulk grains, canned proteins, or shelf-stable veggies lately? Also wondering if anyone’s tried dehydrating their own

 

[BlueMarigold]

Buying in bulk has really stretched my dollars, especially at places like restaurant supply stores and even local ethnic markets. I’ve had good luck finding 25lb bags of rice, beans, and oats for much less than regular grocery stores. For canned proteins, check the

 

[CeruleanScribe]

Rotating what you already buy is key—just pick up a couple extra cans or bags each shopping trip and it adds up. I’ve started dehydrating veggies from my own garden and it’s way easier than I thought, plus way cheaper than store-bought dried stuff. If you’ve got a local dollar store, sometimes you’ll find canned salmon or tuna for a steal. Anybody had luck with powdered milk or eggs from bulk suppliers?