What's #1 thing you can do to plan for 2021?

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As I think about the situation, I think the priority is to get garden seeds NOW, and start some indoor plants soon as possible. I think food could be a serious issue for many. Everyone... and I mean everyone should be growing some food to offset the risk. The risk of market crash or currency collapse and the effects of that on the distribution of goods... I don't think any of us have ever seen anything like it. Add to it covid.

Whats #1 thing you can do to plan for 2021?

We can thank global warming because, when the planet is warm, things grow better. Be much harder if this ws global cooling!

I could be wrong, maybe everything goes ok, the govt manages things well and keeps everyone fed and well funded. Not going to bank on it. Who knows. I'd be thinking about how you are going go grow lettuce, tomatoes, peas, kale, carrots... maybe some fruit trees. Fruit trees should have been planted years ago, but you can start.

Ohio can grow some awsome peaches, I wish my peach tree didn't expire last year.

Maybe learn how to catch some fish gain?

The other thing is... seriously consider getting a fire arm. I've resisted it, I'm not there yet, it creates more problems it seems. But dang, this could go really bad in this world if people are hungry and may have to defend your life. What you going to do in that scenario?

What do you think the #1 thing to do is right now, to prepare for 2021?

Answer 1

Lliam | 234 opinions shared on Food & Beverage topic.

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You pretty much checked off the things that I would have advised when I read your question. Learning how to produce some fresh produce is an excellent idea. You can produce a surprising amount in very little space. You can also buy some 5 lb bags of dry goods like rice and beans. Some canned goods, as well. That stuff will store well.
I would also have a generator and a supply of gas.

I agree with being prepared for self defense if necessary. Having a gun is like having a fire extinguisher. You have one just in case, not because you ever expect to use it. The difference is, with a gun you need to train to learn how to safely handle and operate it and use if proficiently in case of emergency.

lightbulb27

26 d
good point on the generator. I gotta lookup a good brand.
Funny enough, I still have containers of rice and beans from 2008 collapse. I thought we were going to hell then.
Lliam

26 d
There have been several times when a collapse was predicted. Sometime in the 80s, I stocked up on MREs, water and silver. Some years later, I found the water bottles in the garage and discovered that the plastic containers had broken down. I don't know what ever happened to those MREs. LOL
This year, my wife has been buying some gold.
I can't predict the future, but it's a good idea to be prepared. At least this year we have some fruit trees and plenty of room for gardening. We grow some herbs and veggies, but it's a lot of work.
lightbulb27

26 d
store water in hard plastic multi gallon jugs. that's what I have for emergency. The store bought stuff doesn't last.
Good plan...
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Lliam

26 d
Fortunately, I have a wonderful well and a 2500 gal storage tank. But the pump requires a lot of energy. I should realistically have a bigger portable generator just in case because we use a lot of water with our garden and orchard.

Answer 2

lightbulb27

good point on the generator. I gotta lookup a good brand.
Funny enough, I still have containers of rice and beans from 2008 collapse. I thought we were going to hell then.

Answer 3

Lliam

There have been several times when a collapse was predicted. Sometime in the 80s, I stocked up on MREs, water and silver. Some years later, I found the water bottles in the garage and discovered that the plastic containers had broken down. I don't know what ever happened to those MREs. LOL
This year, my wife has been buying some gold.
I can't predict the future, but it's a good idea to be prepared. At least this year we have some fruit trees and plenty of room for gardening. We grow some herbs and veggies, but it's a lot of work.

Answer 4

lightbulb27

store water in hard plastic multi gallon jugs. that's what I have for emergency. The store bought stuff doesn't last.
Good plan...

Answer 5

Lliam

Fortunately, I have a wonderful well and a 2500 gal storage tank. But the pump requires a lot of energy. I should realistically have a bigger portable generator just in case because we use a lot of water with our garden and orchard.

Answer 6

Ilickvulvas

Xper 4

Stock up on guns and ammo

lightbulb27

26 d
but you can't eat any of that... well maybe if you shoot animals.

Answer 7

lightbulb27

but you can't eat any of that... well maybe if you shoot animals.

Answer 8

Peaches956

Xper 2

Stock up on toilet paper!

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