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Do you think we should start stockin our food supplies or have you allready.I do have a few things on hand but my neighbor is stocking groceries up says its going to get bad.What do you think?

Answer 1

~Well, just in case of  a natural disaster you are suppose to keep enough stocked food and fresh water to last your family a week. If you feel like our economy is collapsing, it would give you comfort to stock up in food, then do so. Just make sure you check expiration dates and rotate food as necessary. I certainly hope things never get this serious!~~

Answer 2

yes stock,  but not over stock.   watch the expiry date and you can always use it before and re stock again.  It is good to have canned foods at hand.

water is something you should have - in case.

Answer 3

Yes, I think so. The thing is, we already don't have any extra grocery money.

Answer 4

I think it's always great to have extra supplies on hand just in case of anything.  If you find a great deal on something you'll use get two.  Beware of hording and clutter though.  Don't go too overboard.

Answer 5

I'm living in the UK, and food prices, fuel, interest rates and inflation seem to be through the roof. Over here there's talk of a big recession, and I'm obviously worried, as are many others. Politicians are talking about long term issues, such as food shortages world wide. I've never gardened in my life, but now have a thriving vegetable patch. I'm also getting a few chickens later in the month. I haven't started stock piling food, preferring to grow it, and cut it fresh when needed. I understand how worried you must be, and from what I've seen on the tv, there's a similar economic climate in the Us as there is here.

I agree that putting a few extra cans away is perhaps a good idea, but in the long term I think growing your own if possible is the way forward if you have the space. I also stretch my budget further by buying fresh rather than processed food. I've even started making my own bread.

Yes, I think it's going to get worse economically before it gets better, if it ever fully recovers. Politicians are saying the era of cheap food prices is over, and from the increase in prices in stores already, I'm afraid I'm beginning to think so too. Try not to panic buy, as this will lead to shortages, especially if everyone starts doing it.  I understand and share your concern, and wish I knew the answers. Anyway, I've rambled on far too long, I'm off to start weeding my bean patch!

regards, Mordana.

Answer 6

please lets not get ready for the great deppression. yeah it might get a little tough but it isn't like we are chipmunks and have to stalk up for the winter.

Answer 7

Where do you live?  Do you know something we don't?  What is getting bad?  Should I worry.  Why do we need to stock up on food supplies?