>>21823491. SOFT GRAINS
Soft grains, such as barley, quinoa, rye and grits, can last up to 8 years if their package is sealed with oxygen absorbers. If possible, purchase these from a supplier who sells long-term food storage because their packaging and sealing process is designed to preserve whole wheat grains longer than the packages you often find at the store.
2. HARD GRAINS
Hard grains such as, buckwheat, hard red wheat, soft white wheat and millet, can last around 10 to 12 years when stored properly. For a maximum shelf life, the sealed package must have an oxygen absorber. Purchase these in bulk from a supplier who sells long-term food storage, if possible.
3. ROLLED OATS
Oatmeal containers from the store will last up to 24 months, according to the package, if stored at room temperature. So long that there is no moisture or oxygen present, they can last up to 30 years. It might help to store your oats with an oxygen absorber. You can tell if they went bad if they develop a rancid flavor or smell. Oatmeal is also an option provided by many food storage companies and are guaranteed to last long-term.
4. WHITE RICE
White rice can last up to 20 years if stored in ideal conditions. Brown rice is much healthier than white, but it does not last as long as white, wild, basmati or jasmine rice. Make sure it’s stored with an oxygen absorber and no moisture is present.
5. HARDTACK
Hardtack is otherwise known as the bread that lasts forever. This used to be a food staple for soldiers during the Civil War. Although most soldiers hated it during that time, it was something to keep them going during times when food was a mere commodity. You can’t purchase them at stores anymore but hardtack is easy to make. It only requires two (or three) ingredients: water, flour and if you want, salt. Want to make some at home? Try out this recipe!
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