The best place to have some food set aside is within our…
“The best place to have some food set aside is within our homes, together with a little money in savings. The best welfare program is our own welfare program. Five or six cans of wheat in the home are better than a bushel in the welfare granary. ... We can begin with a one week's food supply and gradually build it to a month, and then to three months. I am speaking now of food to cover basic needs.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Self-reliance in food storage is the best welfare; start small and build a personal emergency supply.
In simple terms: Self-reliance through food storage.
Begin a personal food reserve gradually.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- home pantry planning
- budgeting for supplies
- community workshops
- emergency drills
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How much can you realistically store?
- What steps can you take today?
May be impractical for low-income households.