Convenient food storage solutions for easy relocation

09/25/2024 / By HRS Editors

Preppers don’t usually think about moving, especially if they plan to bug in when disaster strikes.

But if you often find yourself reorganizing your stockpile of supplies, you might want to invest in sturdy storage options and a versatile shelving system to easily transport your food supply if you need to relocate before SHTF. This might sound like it will take a lot of work, but it’s very doable with proper planning. (h/t to TheSurvivalMom.com.)

If you start with a versatile shelving system, you can store more items if you have racks that can be tightly stacked next to each other. Get racks that can also be moved if you need to rotate your stock.

Try a sliding shelving system or a shelving system that can be rotated so you don’t have to do a lot of heavy lifting.

While you can keep boxes of supplies on the floor, it’s better to organize items in storage bins and shelves because anything you leave on the floor may be susceptible to water damage, spillage, insects and rodents.

Having moveable food storage means you can set up your stockpile in your garage or a spare room without building a lot of fixed-position shelving. If you change your mind about where you want to keep your stockpile or you want to use the room for something else other than storage, the racks can be easily moved out.

Consider storage options when home shopping to save more time while stockpiling supplies.

Tips for choosing shelving units

Since a lot of shelving units look the same, it can be difficult to find one that suits your specific needs. (Related: 6 Common stockpiling mistakes and how to avoid them.)

Here are some tips to narrow down your choices:

Check the load specifications before purchasing anything. Get shelves that are heavy-duty enough to handle the weight of the items you will be putting on them.

Get shelves with heavy-duty wheels. Some shelf systems look great, but they might have cheap wheels. Check unbiased reviews or get in touch with the manufacturer.

Check if the shelves come with wheels. Some shelves don’t and may require a separate purchase.

To save money, invest in a combination of inexpensive lighter-duty shelves with heavier-duty shelves.

Organize items in sturdy and clear bins

Keep things portable and store food supplies in clear plastic storage bins. Just make sure you store the bins in a dark, dry room away from sunlight.

Here are some things to consider before buying your storage bins:

Buy bins that will fit on the shelves you already have. Double-check the front-to-back dimensions and the side-to-side dimensions.

If you are storing items that often attract pests, keep them in gasket bins.

Since canned food doesn’t usually attract pests or insects, you can keep them in less-expensive bins. Check if they’re strong enough to store heavier items in.

What to do when it’s time to move your food stockpile to another location

Follow these tips if you need to move with your stockpile shelves:

Get a moving truck that is tall enough to accommodate your shelving, including the wheels. Check the height of the inside of the truck and the door height.

Wrap the shelves with stretch wrap to prevent items from sliding off. Use black pallet stretch wrap to keep the contents private.

Choose a moving truck with a ramp so you can slide the shelves in easily.

Use grid paper and plan so you already know where you’ll be keeping the stocked shelves.

Label all shelving units so that when you arrive, the movers can get each rack in the right place. This will save you time and effort.

Where to buy lab-verified food items for your food stockpile

The Health Ranger Store is here to help you start building your survival stockpile before disaster strikes. That’s why we’re proud to introduce a variety of nutritious supplies with a long shelf life, such as Freeze Dried Organic Apples, Organic Goji Berries and Freeze Dried Organic Peas.

Organic apples are rich in essential nutrients and antioxidants that support overall health and well-being. To help you experience the full nutritional benefits of organic apples, the Health Ranger Store is bringing you freeze-dried, organic, diced apples in long-term storable #10 cans.

Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Diced Apples are made from fresh, high-quality apples that are grown under strict organic standards and without the use of harmful synthetic pesticides.

Our freeze-dried apple pieces are non-GMO, certified Kosher and organic. They are also thoroughly lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbes. Eat them as a snack, sprinkle them onto cereals, or rehydrate them by soaking them in water.

Goji berries are small, red berries produced by the Lycium barbarum plant. These nutrient-dense berries get their signature bright-red hue from their high levels of potent antioxidants. They are also some of the healthiest and most delicious superfoods on the planet.

The Health Ranger Store wants you to experience the incredible health-supporting properties of one of the world’s most nutritious superfoods. That’s why we’re bringing you an ultra-clean new lot of Health Ranger Select Organic Goji Berries.

Carefully grown and harvested by trusted suppliers in the pristine regions of the Tibetan plateau, our ultra-clean goji berries undergo a natural drying process to preserve their original taste and nutrient content. They contain no preservatives or artificial flavoring and are just as nutritious as fresh organic goji berries.

Health Ranger Select Organic Goji Berries contain no gluten or GMOs and are extensively lab-tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology. Our premium goji berries are also vegan, non-irradiated and certified organic.

Lastly, we offer Freeze Dried Organic Peas. Our freeze-dried, non-GMO peas are grown in the USA under strict organic standards. The freeze-drying method preserves the taste, texture and nutrients of peas better than any other food preservation method ever invented.

Visit Health Ranger Store and Brighteon Store to find more prepping products for your stockpile. You can also go to FoodSupply.news for more tips on how to build a reliable food stockpile on a budget.

Click on this link to learn about other must-have food items for your survival stockpile.

Watch this clip about Organic Peas and why they’re an excellent source of nutrition.

This video is from the Health Ranger Store channel on Brighteon.com.