I would buy a presto pressure canner for $100. I have done hot water bath canning but a pressure canner would allow me to store amuch larger variety of foods such as meat and veggies.
http://www.pressurecooker-outlet.com/prestop23qtcan.htm
Water barrels are also on my list of needed equipment.
Emergency Essentials has 30 gallon barrels with siphons and wrench for $80 each.
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I would buy 2 cans of this powdered milk for $30
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And this Meat combo for $220
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