Preserve your harvest: The power of Mylar bags
Discover how Mylar bags are revolutionizing long-term food storage for homesteaders and preparedness enthusiasts. Learn about their unique benefits and how they can extend the life of your valuable freeze-dried foods, keeping them fresh for years to come.
What are Mylar bags?
Mylar bags are specialty bags designed for storing freeze-dried food products for long-term preservation, extending their shelf life for years. These multi-layered bags create an optimal environment by blocking light, moisture, and oxygen, which are the main culprits of food spoilage. This makes them indispensable for anyone serious about food storage, from homesteaders to survivalists. They are a crucial component in maintaining the quality and nutritional value of your stored foods, ensuring your efforts in freeze-drying are truly worthwhile.
Who benefits from Mylar bags?
Harvest Right® Mylar Bags for Freeze-Dried Food
Heavy-Duty Protection for Long-Term Food Storage
Harvest Right® Mylar bags are designed for storing freeze-dried food and helping protect it from moisture, oxygen, light, and punctures. When used with an oxygen absorber and properly heat-sealed, these bags provide a dependable packaging solution for long-term food storage.
Available Sizes
Bag size Approximate capacity Recommended use
6 × 9.75 inches Approximately 1 quart Individual servings, snacks, fruits, vegetables, and small meal portions
8 × 12 inches Approximately ½ gallon Everyday household portions, meals, and medium-sized quantities
10 × 14 inches Large storage size Bulk quantities, larger meal portions, and foods that require additional space
7-Mil Thickness
Harvest Right® Mylar bags are made with a heavy-duty 7-mil thickness. “Mil” refers to one-thousandth of an inch, so 7 mil equals approximately 0.007 inch.
This thicker construction helps provide:
- Improved puncture resistance
- Durable handling during filling and storage
- Protection from moisture and oxygen when properly sealed
- A strong surface for labeling and organization
- Reliable performance for freeze-dried food packaging
Mylar bags on the homestead
How to Use Harvest Right® Mylar Bags
- Fill the bag with completely dry, freeze-dried food.
- Leave several inches of space at the top for sealing.
- Add the appropriate oxygen absorber.
- Gently press out excess air without crushing the food.
- Heat-seal the top of the bag above the zipper.
- Label the bag with the food name and packaging date.
- Store the sealed bag in a cool, dry, dark location.
The resealable zipper is useful for convenient access, but it should not be considered the final long-term seal. For extended storage, always use a heat sealer.
Selecting the Right Bag
The 6 × 9.75-inch bag works well for small portions and individual servings. The 8 × 12-inch bag is a versatile option for most household food-storage needs. Choose the 10 × 14-inch bag when storing larger quantities or foods that require extra room.
For best results, use the correct size oxygen absorber for the amount of food and empty space inside the bag. Proper sealing and storage conditions are essential for maintaining the quality of freeze-dried food.
Product Summary
- Product: Harvest Right® Mylar Bags
- Primary use: Freeze-dried food storage
- Thickness: 7 mil
- Available sizes: 6 × 9.75 inches, 8 × 12 inches, and 10 × 14 inches
- Recommended accessories: Oxygen absorbers and a heat sealer
- Storage method: Heat-sealed packaging in a cool, dry, dark location
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