How Augason Farms Helps Families Stay Ready

Disasters can strike without warning. Hurricanes, wildfires, and power outages remind us how fragile normal life can be. Food security is a big part of being ready, and that is where Augason Farms comes in.

Our president, Nathan Yearsley, shared the powerful story behind our family-owned company and how it continues to help families prepare for anything.

A Family Business with a Purpose

More than 50 years ago, Phil and Jackie Augason saw a need. Families weren’t prepared for emergencies and didn’t have a reliable source for long-lasting food. So, they started packaging staples like milk and beans in their garage.

Their goal was simple: create food that stays fresh for decades and supports families through hard times. The result was a new industry, emergency food preparedness, that still defines us today.

Nathan has a personal connection to that mission. As he shared, “When I was growing up, we were poor. Sometimes we didn’t have running water or a phone. Food would arrive through charity, and years later, I learned that some of that food came from Augason Farms. It came full circle.”

That experience drives our commitment to helping every household feel secure, no matter their situation.

Preparedness Made Simple

Building an emergency food supply should feel as easy as grocery shopping.

At augasonfarms.com you can browse hundreds of options, from single ingredients to full meal kits. Every product lists:

• Number of servings
• Calories per serving
• Allergen details

You can select what your family already enjoys eating: oatmeal, black beans, pancakes, biscuits, chicken and rice casserole, or fruit. Everything is designed to be familiar, nutritious, and easy to prepare.

Most meals need only water. Add hot or cold water, let it sit or simmer, and it’s ready to serve.

Ready-to-Go Emergency Kits

If you prefer prebuilt options, we offer curated 30-day emergency pails that contain one month of meals for one person. Each five-gallon pail is watertight, compact, and ready to grab in an emergency.

For families, it’s simple: one pail per person. Four pails fit easily in a car trunk and give a family of four a month of food security.

We also offer smaller grab-and-go options, including a 48-hour emergency food kit available at select Walmart stores.

Food That Lasts

Our products are built to last anywhere from 5 to 30 years, depending on the item. That longevity comes from careful packaging and high-quality ingredients.

Whether you store it for long-term security or use it every week, you can count on consistent taste and nutrition.

How to Get Started

Visit augasonfarms.com to start building your family’s food plan. Everything is organized by category so you can shop by meal type or dietary need.

You can also find select products, like the 48-hour emergency kit, in participating Walmart stores.

Why It Matters

Preparedness is more than storing food. It is about taking care of the people you love. As Nathan said, “Food insecurity is difficult. Having food that lasts gives you certainty”.