Hi, it's Alaska Granny. As preppers, we know the importance of stockpiling food and supplies for future use. However, sometimes we store food away and don't get back to it before its indicated date. While this can be okay, it's crucial to understand the difference between "best by" and "sell by" dates versus actual expiration dates. Understanding Food Longevity Many foods can last well beyond their labeled dates. In my experience, older cans are often more durable than newer ones. They didn't have pop tops, which can sometimes fail. Out of the many cans I've stored, only one pop-top can didn't last as expected. Inspecting Canned Foods Recently, I decided to check on some canned green beans dated 2015—now eight years old. I’ve encountered instances where old green beans turned blue, indicating spoilage, but not all cans show visible signs. If the can isn't leaking, bulging, or damaged, it's worth inspecting further. Weight
Hi, it's Alaska Granny. As preppers, we know the importance of stockpiling food and supplies for future use. However, sometimes we store food away and don't get back to it before its indicated date. While this can be okay, it's crucial to understand the difference between "best by" and "sell by" dates versus actual expiration dates. Understanding Food Longevity Many foods can last well beyond their labeled dates. In my experience, older cans are often more durable than newer ones. They didn't have pop tops, which can sometimes fail. Out of the many cans I've stored, only one pop-top can didn't last as expected. Inspecting Canned Foods Recently, I decided to check on some canned green beans dated 2015—now eight years old. I’ve encountered instances where old green beans turned blue, indicating spoilage, but not all cans show visible signs. If the can isn't leaking, bulging, or damaged, it's worth inspecting further. Weight
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