Utilize this calculator to determine the minimum food storage quantities necessary for your family, keeping in mind that these suggestions only represent the basic year supply minimums. It's important to select the best food options for your family's specific needs. These amounts are based on the recommendations listed in the LDS Church's Home Production and Storage manual. You will need to choose the best options and foods you should store for your family. Additionally, please note that this calculator does not consider the food storage requirements for pets.
Adults, Ages 7+ :
Children, Ages 0-6 :
Number of Months :
Grains
lbs of Wheat
lbs of Flour
lbs of Corn Meal
lbs of Oats
lbs of Rice
lbs of Pasta
lbs Total Grains
Legumes
lbs of Dry Beans
lbs of Lima Beans
lbs of Soy Beans
lbs of Split Peas
lbs of Lentils
lbs of Dry Soup Mix
lbs Total Legumes
Fats and Oils
lbs of Shortening
gal of Vegetable Oil
qts of Mayonnaise
qts of Salad Dressing
lbs of Peanut Butter
lbs Total Fats and Oils (includes gal & qts converted to lbs)
lbs of Dry Milk
cans of Evaporated Milk
lbs of Other Dairy
lbs of Total Milk and Dairy
Sugars
lbs of Honey
lbs of Sugar
lbs of Brown Sugar
lbs of Molasses
lbs of Corn Syrup
lbs of Jams
lbs of Fruit Drink
lbs of Flavored Gelatin
lbs Total Sugars
Cooking Essentials
lbs of Baking Powder
lbs of Baking Soda
lbs of Yeast
lbs of Salt
gal of Vinegar
lbs of Flavored Apples
lbs of Applesauce
lbs of Banana Chips
lbs of Fruit Mixture
lbs of Fruit Juices
lbs Total Fruits
Vegetables
lbs of Corn
lbs of Peas
lbs of Green Beans
lbs of Carrots
lbs of Potatoes
lbs of Onions
lbs of Tomatoes
lbs Total Vegetables
Water and Chemicals
gal of Water*
gal of Bleach
* Store at least 1 gallon of water per person per day for 3 days for drinking and sanitation.
Try to store at least 2-week supply per person if possible.