a couple of things ..... FoodSaver bags have a fairly short longevity ..... intended for a packaging for a 6 month period only ..... they loose their vacuum after that period of time ..... adding 02 absorbers to a FoodSaver packing is a waste of time ...... if you intend to pack for LTS (long term storage) of food stuffs, look into the food grade bucket/mylar bag/02 absorber method of packing ....... tons of info on this method of packing .....

Thanks, Illini Warrior. I kinda knew that, but I'm glad you spelled it out for us.

I love my food saver and have used it to portion out food for our BOB's. To get around the seal issue witht he food saver bags i just use mylar bags and cut them down to the size that I need. That way it protects it from light and oxygen (I haven't added an oxygen absorber, but I might in the future). The jar attachment is well worth the money. I would recomend one with out any reservations.

I stored some rice, about a quart per bag close to 2 years ago and I went through it yesterday and it was still sealed and good. I think alot of it has to do with the temp and location it's stored at. The cooler and darker the storage place, the longer it lasts. I will be getting the buckets and mylar liners just to be on the safe side. You don't want to take chances.

Just curious if anyone has heard of or used this company?

https://www.usaemergencysupply.com/

I ordered some 5 gallon buckets oxygen pads and the Mylar bags there based out of Utah.

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