Survival Seed Bank

There are many ways to prepare for a disaster. Some of the most common items people store include bottled water, canned food, batteries, candles, blankets, wind up radios, etc.. A newer item on the market that is steadily gaining popularity is the Survival Seed Bank.

A survival seed bank is generally comprised of heirloom variety, non-hybrid seeds that can be stored in the event of a food shortage or disaster.

The likelihood of ever needing a stash of seeds is pretty slim. The state of our economy and the uncertainty of our future has many people stockpiling seeds and other survival items.

Seeds have out performed gold and silver in the past during war times and famine. However, things would have to be pretty bad for this to happen. If you are considering including a survival seed bank as part of your stockpile of survival items, research your product carefully, otherwise you could end up with bad seeds when or if you ever need them.

Important Factors To Consider Before Buying:

Selection

Seeds should be selected for their hardiness and nutrition density. Only the highest quality heirloom seeds should ever make it into the seed bank. Non-hybrid varieties produce a more abundant crop and can produce seeds for generations to come. Genetically engineered seeds often cannot reproduce.

Preparation

Seeds should be carefully dried with the correct amount of moisture locked inside. A good company will prepare the seeds and dry them for the longest possible storage time.

Packaging

Some companies stuff the seeds into paper envelopes allowing the seeds to be exposed to moisture and extreme conditions that can damage the seeds, rendering them useless. The seeds should be packaged in metallic foil packaging with a long lasting desiccant.

Damage Protection

The final product should be encapsulated in a crush proof and water resistant container. This will give the ultimate protection to you survival seed bank.

Conclusion

Seeds take time to grow and no one can wait for a garden to produce vegetables. It would be pointless to have a survival seed bank on hand if you do not store canned foods and dry goods to get you through a food shortage. Knowing how to can fruits and vegetables is an important part of having a food storage program.

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If you are unsure of what types of item you should have on hand in the event of a disaster, check out The Department Of Homeland Security website for more information.