How Much Food Should I Really Be Storing?

[ChamomileCraze]

I've been reading conflicting advice on how much food per person to store—some say 3 months, others a year or more. For those with experience, what’s the sweet spot for long-term scenarios? Any tips for balancing calories, nutrition, and storage space?

 

[GarnetDusk]

For me, three months is a solid baseline, but I’m aiming closer to a year for real peace of mind—just takes more planning. Variety’s just as crucial as quantity; beans and rice go far but throw in some dried veggies, fats