Oxygen absorbers. You have heard about them and if you have done even the most basic research into long term food storage, you know that they are a necessary component when sealing up dry goods for the long haul. But what are they? Why are they necessary? And how are they used?

Learning about Long Term Storage

The very first item I purchased for my survival pantry was a 25 pound sack of pinto beans. Of course back then, I thought I would simply store the big bag in the garage and let it sit there until I needed it – you know, set it and forget it