Emergency Preparedness Starts With Everyday Life

“Be prepared” is simple advice. It applies to families, individuals, and households of every size. Emergencies do not always look dramatic. Most food shortages start with everyday problems.

In a recent interview, Augason Farms President Nathan Yearsley explained preparedness in plain terms. People get hungry no matter the situation. Kids and parents still ask one question. What is for dinner.

Preparedness matters because people rely on you.

Watch the full interview here

Why Most Families Run Out of Food

Nathan shared his personal background. His family struggled with food insecurity. The cause was not natural disasters or extreme events.

The real causes were common:

• Injury
• Illness
• Job loss

When income stops or mobility drops, grocery trips stop too. Food runs out fast. Preparedness protects families from those gaps.

What Augason Farms Does Differently

Augason Farms has focused on food security for over 50 years. The goal has stayed the same. Make preparedness simple and realistic.

The product line now includes over 100 options built around two ideas:

• Easy starting points
• Flexible customization

You start with a kit. You add items you like.

Simple Kits for Fast Preparedness

The easiest entry point is a short-term food kit.

Examples include:

• 72-hour kits
• 1- week kits
• 2-week kits

These kits remove decision fatigue. You get balanced meals without planning every detail. Shelf life reaches 25 to 30 years. Storage stays compact. Many kits come in airtight, watertight containers designed for long-term storage.

Food You Want to Eat

Prepared food still needs to taste good. Augason Farms rebuilt recipes with that priority.

Options include:

• Breakfasts like pancakes and casseroles
• Creamy soups and comfort meals
• Fruits and vegetables
• Freeze-dried meats like chicken and beef

Single-ingredient items stand out. Freeze-dried strawberries, blueberries, corn, and raspberries contain one ingredient. No fillers. No preservatives.

These foods work beyond emergencies. Many customers use them daily for:

• Snacks
• Oatmeal toppings
• Yogurt mix-ins
• Camping meals
• Backpacking trips

Built for Real Life and Outdoor Use

Lightweight packaging fits hiking and camping needs. Meals store easily in backpacks. Shelf-stable food reduces risk during outdoor trips.

Preparedness overlaps with everyday living. That overlap makes consistency easier.

How to Choose the Right Food

Shopping mirrors a digital grocery store.

On AugasonFarms.com, food is organized by:

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Proteins
• Fruits and vegetables
• Entrees and soups

Customer service helps guide selections. Support is available by phone or email. Families get help building kits that match household size, taste preferences, and storage goals.

Preparedness Does Not Mean Extreme

More than half of Augason Farms customers eat this food regularly. Preparedness blends into daily routines.

The result is confidence. When life disrupts plans, meals stay covered.

Preparedness starts with one decision. Make sure your family eats, no matter what happens next.