(Natural News) Fresh fruits and vegetables tend to expire quickly if they are not preserved in some form. One of the most effective methods of preservation these foods is canning. Canning can help prevent spoilage and allow you to keep your food for long-term storage. Here are some of the easiest types of food that […]

(Natural News) Modern conveniences like countless grocery stores and food delivery services make it seem like the average American family has no use for home gardening. But when SHTF, you could starve if you don’t have access to fresh produce growing in your own garden. (h/t to SHTFPlan.com) Starting a home garden is one of the […]

(Natural News) There are many methods to preserve produce, but which one is the best? Here are six factors to consider when choosing a food preservation method to use: The kind of food your family regularly eats: Think of what food your family eats. From this, you will have an idea of what kind of […]

(Natural News) Homesteading isn’t as simple as finding a patch of land, purchasing it, dropping some seeds into the soil, and letting a few animals roam around within the property. There are plenty of factors to consider before you should even think about buying your own land. Here are some important points you should take into […]

(Natural News) If food supply lines are disrupted, do you have enough food to keep you going? If you do, how long will your food supply last you? A month? Several months? How about a year? Long-term food storage is something you need to seriously take into consideration if you want to be truly prepared for […]

(Natural News) Staying in touch with family, friends, and allies is a must, especially when SHTF. But long-range active communications equipment will require quite a lot of power, especially if you are going to use a powerful radio transceiver that can reach very long distances. Solar power is one of the most efficient and reliable […]

(Natural News) Things aren’t as simple as getting electric storage devices and solar panels, hooking them up together, and calling it a day. Fortunately, a Ready Nutrition article covered the basics of getting the most use and longevity out of your solar-powered batteries. Perhaps the most important characteristic of a battery is its depth of […]

(Natural News) Sunflowers are bright and cheery ornamental plants that can make any room feel homey. But did you know that when it comes to prepping, sunflowers also have various survival uses? (h/t to Survivopedia.com.) When SHTF, sunflowers are a renewable source of materials that can be used as food and different herbal cures. How to […]

(Natural News) Vertical gardens are an excellent way to grow your own food, herbs, and medicines in a small amount of space. They are a practical gardening alternative for suburban backyards and cramped city homes. But as with most gardening techniques, vertical gardens have their own share of drawbacks and benefits. Here are some of the […]

(Natural News) Fish is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids for preppers living off the grid. However, once you’ve caught your fish, how should you go about cooking and preserving it? Here is an easy guide on how to smoke fish. (h/t to BioPrepper.com) First, you’ll need your fish. Make sure your fish […]