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Food Storage: Why, What, and How

By Rachel Woods, About.com

Water and Food Storage

Water and Food Storage

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For years leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have counseled members to have a year's supply of food and other essentials, but why? What should we store? How can you afford to? If I do, should I share with others during an emergency? Find the answers to these, and many other questions in the following articles.

Why Food Storage?:

Why should we have a food storage? Why should we be prepared for emergencies? Here are a few of the main reasons why we should have a food storage program. Read more... Why Food Storage?"

What to Store in a Food Storage:

If having a food storage is so important what should we store? Read more... What to Store in a Food Storage

How to Afford Food Storage:

When planning a food storage we often ask ourselves, "Where do I get the money for food storage?" But maybe a better question to ask would be, "Can I afford not to have a food storage?" Read more... How to Afford Food Storage

Should I Share my Food Storage?:

Sometimes we wonder if we should share our food storage in times of need with those who have not saved. Find out what Latter-day leaders have taught. Read more... Should I Share my Food Storage?

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