This document provides guidance on managing a stockpile of household goods. It defines a stockpile as 12 weeks worth of staple items purchased gradually over time at good prices. It recommends planning stockpile prices, quantities, and replenishing timelines. Factors to consider include temperature, humidity, pests, and location stability. Tools like extra refrigerators and freezers can help preserve items. Proper date labeling, rotation, and inventory tracking are important for maximizing a stockpile.
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3. What is A Stockpile?12 Weeks worth of your staple items that you have bought at your stockpile price.A gradual accumulation of items that you have purchased in your weekly shopping trips that will eventually fulfill your familys grocery & toiletry needs.
4. Managing Your Stockpile through PlanningStockpile PriceStockpile quantityStockpile Prices in under 12 weeks
5. Things to Consider in Your StockpileTemperatureHumidityInfestationLocationStability
6. Fighting the HeatMy stockpile is on the ground floor garage of a three story town house.The more shade the betterThe warehouse/truck effectKeebler/Nabisco
7. Tools for your StockpileExtra Refrigerator/mini-fridgeDeep FreezePlastic TotesVacuum Sealer