They Can't HIDE These SHORTAGES Anymore

As we go into the winter shortage season we're seeing major issues in dairy, pasta, and in potatoes. Whether you are a Prepper, a homesteader, or a concerned homemaker there are serious issues happening right now.
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[@ThePoplarReport]

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[@lauraann7816]

I just ordered 12 of the Herb and Garlic flavor. My granddaughter and I like that particular one. It's hard to find it in stores. It's also $1.29 when I do find it. So less than a buck an envelope is great. Thanks again Steve 😊 It was $10.37 for the 12 in this variety.

[@plainboxer1]

Everyone has been paying attention, and prepping!

[@justmenicole4842]

Strange thing happened to me this past wednesday. Im in Canada, stopped at Walmart . I was going down an aisle where someone was grabbing the last couple of cans of black beans on the shelf. Went about my business, then had to come back to that isle . When i did ,a young man was stocking up the shelves. He had a box of black beans but was walking away after putting 4 or 5 cans on the shelf only. I asked why he didnt fill it , he said " thats what we are told to do , to keep the shelves low on stock! I asked uf they had plenty in back , he said , yup just as much as usual? So what ? Faking low stock? Causing fear spending?

[@rjl9707]

Great observation. I will keep that in mind. WMT had no Maxwell house coffee, and I ask the young guy and he plainly said, no more.

[@leslieshepperd9850]

This time of year, with the weather we've had , it's hard to pinpoint reasons for shortages. But on average, NOTHING is improving. We're going the wrong way.

[@stevehartman1730]

Make a large garden this spring, plant 2 each Dwarf apples ,pears. Plums, cherries blue berries grapes and blackberries

[@soonerbear5731]

Exactly

[@bartoncarrie]

It’s been everything a lot of us have been seeing for at least past decade. People called us conspiracy theorist. They didn’t believe about chemtrails. They didn’t believe about how they can influence the weather. All these animals dying and then trying to say they have no idea why. Just like they’re saying that it’s normal for children to have heart problems young adults to have strokes. It’s been in a plan for many decades. It’s just now instead of doing the research back then people see it with their own eyes. We knew when people woke up. It would be too late. Do you still not believe us about the deep population?

[@mariavaldivia6644]

P😊​@@stevehartman1730

[@superstarcat7654]

And the fresh veggies that do look good, go bad as soon as you get it home. Even carrots that should not mold but be good all winter at the right temp. My garden carrots last all winter without molding.

[@nancyt364]

My son works in a grocery store and the prices are very high, especially meat and produce. They used to throw out all the outdated produce but now give him boxes every day. I am canning as much as I can and the bad stuff goes on our mulch pile. We will be sharing with family.

[@user-wm4el5hv3c]

hi mom ...

[@fluffyotter1601]

Costco throws out of date meats in a locked dumpsters 😡 imagine all that seafood, beef, chicken etc….they will not give it the employees 😡

[@nebraskaprairieladyprepper3422]

@@user-wm4el5hv3c love it! Thanks for a giggle in a much needed moment..

[@dh4398]

I dehydrate spinach and kale. Sometimes, i add to spaghetti or chili because i powder it. I have also dehydrated romaine salad mix for powder.

[@rjl9707]

@@dh4398 Likewise, we have done lots of dehydrating, and then put in Foodsaver bags. Dehydrated & then vacuum sealed.

[@sandrastephenson9467]

People getting ready for the bad weather 😊

[@307Amanda]

Yeah your probably right. Or perhaps a new store is needed. Maybe they have too many people or something

[@307Amanda]

Also* the weather could stop shipping. Stores do not keep a stock on the back like people think they do. If a truck doesn’t come, they won’t have stock

[@mzdebbie8698]

Hopefully this will bring awareness to those who haven't started prepping yet.🙏

[@KTinWI]

These shortages started way before bad weather. Wake up people.

[@m.b.g.2235]

I spoke to my daughter on the phone and discussed preparing for winter storms. She recited all that she has prepared for our Maine winters. I am so proud of her. She gets it, many do not. I just pulled out of the pantry a Bear Creek soup mix. That will last hubby and I for several meals. It's snowing and windy in central Maine.

[@campervan-john]

People stocking up ahead of the bad weather coming

[@sheila7814]

I hit the jackpot! Double yolk egg this morning. Couldn’t believe it. I am in my 60s and it was the first time for me. Was crazy when I dumped it in the pan and there were two yolks looking up at me. Yipppppeeeee. LOL

[@pennylaur7687]

If a winter storm empties your stores, imagine a long term emergency. Everyone needs a pantry.

[@m.b.g.2235]

Prepared and pantries that you can pull from to make meals is crucial. Imagine a pantry stocked with pasta and sauce and one with nothing. I have several meals packaged up if we ever have a crisis, including water. Emergencies could happen at any time. A bowl of soup would hit the spot. Please store some.

[@trishaporte]

Two Aldi that I know of in MO and KS did not get their trucks in because of the storm. The employees did the best they could (facing with boxes). The following day when the roads were cleared they got two trucks which presented the issue of having to put out everything. Thank the employees for being there.

[@roxane7432]

SE MO here and Walmart Aldies fully stocked. Hard to figure out the games their playing.

[@Kurt1969]

NE KS, haven't seen any major shortages. Ever but will add yet. I know it's a matter of time. I have seen a slight uptick in crime. Overall it's challenge to convince my family there are some very serious issues coming our way. Three years worth and about to give up. So it's been a blessing and a curse!

[@zombiemom5088]

Our local food lion stores didn’t get any dairy, meat, or produce because the closest distribution center lost power in the storm that went through Tuesday night Wednesday morning… crazy flooding here chunks of road washing away, blocked roads due to extremely high water , homes flooding and then it poured again last night … we are okay our house is at the highest point of the property but I feel so bad for others right now …

[@johnyoung9874]

​@@zombiemom5088 Where are you located ?

[@zombiemom5088]

@@johnyoung9874 mid Atlantic

[@ringram305]

Good morning Steve and all.

[@anthonymignone9069]

Crazy to think all that stuff would be gone in just a few hours when the “shock” comes. Prepare people!

[@roxane7432]

Protecting our supplies will be a nightmare

[@anthonymignone9069]

@@roxane7432 Your 100% right!

[@MyOtherCheek]

When the plane hit the second tower I packed up my baby and my elderly neighbor and we went to the grocery store. She and I both had very full carts. I've never had to think about that kind of shopping run again.

[@fullofhope2222]

@@MyOtherCheek love the way you think - bet you've been a great mom

[@hollyh9334]

Hours? It'll only be minutes. And chaos.

[@melissasmess2773]

-5F in NE Oregon, nobody getting around much, you all can enjoy your shopping. I am watching the fire and keeping my water pipes from freezing.

[@trueblue_73]

Update: went to Walmart last night and there was no potatoes fresh or frozen, no bread, no tomatoes, very few tortilla chips, no half and half or heavy whipping cream, milk was spotty, every aisle looked like it had been looted. Leflore county Oklahoma.

[@ooohhitskaren63]

That sounds like panic buying right before the storms hit.

[@ohmyet2173]

I went to Braums on my way home 3 gallons of whole milk left and fresh meat section completely empty. It was about 5:15 I’ve never seen Braums that wiped out. Guthrie

[@trueblue_73]

Definitely panic buying. I'm baking bread right now since there wasn't any. 🤣 Being prepared pays off. There were people standing in the bread aisle completely dumbfounded. Mostly elderly people. Everyone panics in Oklahoma at the slightest mention of snow but they'll stand outside like dorks in a tornado. 😐😑

[@beverlyrobertson6796]

ALSO THE KNOW HOW.​@@trueblue_73

[@tundranomad]

Sounds like Kodiak Alaska when a supply barge can't make it in.

[@evelynrogers7145]

I feel we won’t be out of food. But sky high price’s

[@user-jd8ib3rq5w]

UPDATE: I am from Bailey, NC. We are also having bread issues. We’re also having just overall issues, I work at Food Lion which is where our problems are coming from. This store 2552, Wilson, NC. I have given most of my customers the heads up on these shortages and are very grateful for my information. You are my absolute favorite go to person because you are honest and trustworthy. Absolutely no sugarcoating here. Thank you for Al you do!!!!

[@sourwes0001]

Eggs here in Central WV over $3doz, if you can find em. We have kept a flock of 50 layers on our farm for years, and I have never had so many folks asking me for eggs🤷‍♂️ A can of Auguson farms egg mix in your pantry is a good investment, there are some dark days ahead. Have a blessed day everyone 🙂

[@susanparke7866]

Can't believe how small Thomas' English muffins are' major shrink!

[@barryrammer7906]

Same price less bread. 😂 I've notice the same thing. Everything getting smaller.

[@carolhinman8431]

and the texture is different.@@barryrammer7906

[@user-wm4el5hv3c]

make your own bread ... even with flour prices the way they are, it's cheaper than buying it ... Eng. muffins too

[@Uprightfossil]

I made my own for the first time this weekend. Super easy. I used the you tube channel….title Easy Homemade English Muffins Without Special tools. Joshua Weissman is the guy who does it

[@sherrydelia4775]

Update, pet food issues. Possibly causing diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy, or refusing to eat. The list of brands is now 11 different brands. No recalls yet. Possibly all these manufacturers got contaminated ingredients from same supplier.

[@user-wm4el5hv3c]

sounds like what's going around ... not nec pet food related

[@zombiemom5088]

I know this will sound crazy but… I’m gonna say it anyway… ol’ Gilly Bates has made comments that Americans have too many pets and we needed to cull at least x amount of dogs and cats - I used x because the exact number of millions he said I can’t remember.. but the number was in he millions … crazy? Maybe, but I know he said and now pets are getting sick all over the nation and no food is being recalled 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@debz3503]

​​@@zombiemom5088The pet food companies don't have recalls until a certain amount of pets die😣. Lots of pet owners are commenting about Purina brands especially.

[@zombiemom5088]

@@debz3503 I am aware of the process just putting out there what I heard the bastard say and now this … dots … just connecting dots … data point is all

[@speedysmoke]

I read last week Purina had some recalls

[@lyonna7499]

Asked local farm to table people why a head of local grown lettuce is $10. It’s a conundrum.

[@ibuguru]

Simple Trick: Use stuffing mix to make meatloaf, meatballs. Very tasty, no measuring, no herb shortage. One pk stuffing to about 1 to 1-1/2 lbs lean ground beef [turkey, if you like that] with an egg + liquid/hot water/milk/ketchup - makes 2 loaves for 5-6 servings each, so freeze one. Stuffing always goes well with pork roast or chicken, and a whole chicken is usually much cheaper per pound than cut pieces. I always grab plenty of stuffing any time of year - very useful.

[@gigicamarena1056]

I had a dream all Walmarts went out of business and they were trying to sell off everything for next to nothing

[@crazygrandmaweaz8942]

As a truck driver, some of the low stocks this week and next can possibly be attributed to the snow storms in the west. Most of our produce comes out of Mexico right now, especially Yuma AZ border area. There have been significant road conditions to slow trucks down this last week.

[@randyrunyan9434]

As food products become less available, we will start to see more bugs added to the food.

[@howlingsarge]

Here in Kentucky we have a water shortage, not bottle water, but our lakes and streams. Local officials are pushing for people to limit water use. Last word was 120 days of reserves.

[@rjl9707]

What about private wells..? I intend to get a property with a well, to alleviate such an issue.

[@aday1637]

We found we have to be our own store. Everything but fresh is on our shelf or in our freezer. Buying when an item is plentiful, a bit extra, is essential, if you want variety.

[@mc-si7vq]

I have been buying a variety of shelf stable items that I wouldn't necessarily get. I figure it might help from food fatigue down the road, especially if trying to conserve fuel for cooking. ❤❤

[@Mytube5202]

The solution to outages is to not wait until you are all out of an item and buy 3 at a time.

[@MuffHam]

Update. Canada BC Cariboo region. We arent having shortages. Stores seem fully stocked. Produce seems fresh.

[@Shelah-ne7ph]

Possible snow and ice for the south Monday .And Tuesday low of 9 .I am in N.Alabama. 🥺

[@ultramagapatriot5874]

And possibly 8 inches of snow in Mississippi

[@Shelah-ne7ph]

😮​@@ultramagapatriot5874

[@aaronmast1543]

Praying for your brother Mr. Steve and everyone in this community. Bless you all. God is good. He will see us through this. Be not afraid.

[@cathysnider9412]

Over ripe bananas can be mashed and freeze dried,, add like flour to pancakes and muffin mixes. It dries hard, but can be crushed and works well.

[@lauralee5313]

Update : central fla. We have an Aldi distribution center here that is expanding to at least double in size right now.

[@richardsmith7676]

When there's nothing to put in all that warehouse space, they'll warehouse illegal aliens.

[@coldheartx2]

Could that be because they bought winn dixie?

[@lauralee5313]

@@coldheartx2 I don't know I hadn't heard that. But I was shocked at how big the place is going to be, at least as big as the Wal Mart distribution center across town.

[@justacountrygirl8750]

There has been a grain issue being discussed for a few years now. I started milking my own flour and making my own bread, rolls and buns.

[@ohmyet2173]

Central Oklahoma is getting hammered with 4.5 earthquakes. They started last night and have started back up heavy this morning. This Arctic cold is causing our clay soil to shift!!

[@missmodern]

😮

[@texaspreppermom]

Earthquakes aren’t on the surface. They down deep into the earth. The cold is not causing it.

[@soulshaker9018]

@ohmyet2173 the plates all over the world are shifting. (The thick heavy underground rock-plates)

[@ohmyet2173]

@@soulshaker9018 yep, we just don’t normally get big ones like that. Unless they are fracking nearby. These happened in housing neighborhoods and under a water treatment plant so I know that’s not the case. My son that lives in Edmond felt it but I’m north and didn’t.

[@janielittlehorse8477]

Stop fracking.

[@sherrylepinski6176]

My Walmart produce looked like that after everyone shopped for this freezing weather. Produce truck showed up and all full again

[@DonPayne-vt9rq]

Dear poplar report community ,it seems the perfect episode to give an UPDATE on my indoor vegetable garden experiment. Regular watering and and ample light are required. Weekly fertilizer is also required as there's only so much nutrients in a potted plant. I have experimented with cloning store-bought vegetables as well as from seeds . Carrots like to grow indoors and my potatoes do pretty good as well,but not as well as outdoors .but, they do return my tubers and at least give me one or two potatoes to eat . Celery and lettuce loves to be cloned, I have several of those growing like gangbusters . I also have bell peppers and beef eater tomatoes which of course love to grow indoors. I have multiple varieties of both. I tried cherry tomatoes but they are very big bushy plants that take up a lot of space so I stick with the smaller plants. I love that this community is here for me I live alone I seem to have been forgotten in this world and it's nice to have like-minded people who just want to survive. Or better yet to thrive. But the way our world is going to hell in a handbasket I'm just glad to have people's thoughts and words at my fingertips to keep me company thank you Steve for all you do, you really are a saint. I love you all and God bless you all. I am located in Slidell Louisiana

[@OKBLUEYES]

Very interesting that you have managed all of that indoors. It sounds like you have a virtual indoor garden! I have thought about trying to grow just a couple of things and might give it a try. Every little bit helps. Love and blessings sent your way, also.

[@rickmalaschenko3046]

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[@rickmalaschenko3046]

This is the 5th attempt to send this message, basically began growing carrots & onions in boxes , and I am succeeding after numerous failing attempting to grow in ground. I am using Styrofoam boxes , all the best for new year Don ,greetings from Australia 🇦🇺

[@rickmalaschenko3046]

After watching events from around the world politically and weather related, your statement going to he'll in a handbasin, appears to be a bit optimistic, all we can do is keep on trying and not give up😅

[@DonPayne-vt9rq]

@@rickmalaschenko3046 Well I thought I was being ,as a matter of fact, but I will take the optimism from anywhere I can. If I didn't see public officials and private citizens out there in the fight against the tyranny taken over the world I would be less optimistic but as long as we have a fighting chance ,we have a chance. Esprit de Corps.

[@skc137]

Still Watching, listening and preparing!😊

[@dymkajulien4130]

Here in Calgary Alberta eggs are between 5 to 8 $ dozen 😮

[@debz3503]

😳

[@emchado4761]

I live on central coast of California.. I was asking a walmrt employee how the 'order online pickup in store' worked and why were online items cheaper. He leaned in and whispered 'walmart is desperately trying to be like Amazon and want the online traffic so they offer online items cheaper.

[@lindabrewer4284]

I've noticed the cheaper prices on line as well

[@andrewnmontemayor]

That's interesting. I do most of my shopping online through Walmart so I haven't noticed but that's good news for me. I'm wondering if it's because of the high retail theft maybe.

[@azmike1]

Update: Here in N. AZ, Friday 7:pm meat section decimated. Near empty. Very busy that day.

[@TXTeacher1111]

There’s no doubt the stores across the country are low because pretty much the whole country is dealing with the “Polar Vortex.” As far as generic brand food: my kids were raised on HEB generic brand called Hill Country Fare. It was just as good, if not better than the name brands. Even some recipes I’ve been asked to share include the Hill Country Fare brand of this or that because it tastes better. Don’t be afraid to try generic.

[@kmstins]

It seems strange that people are getting worried about unhealthy food products disappearing from shelves. Clearly, there is no shortage of the excess pounds most people are carrying on their own bodies. This is the perfect opportunity for everyone to ditch all the unnecessary extra calories. It's truly a blessing.

[@erik0073]

I've stopped eating entirely categories of packaged food. I don't miss it. I feel better now.

[@kmstins]

@@erik0073 Good for you! Yeah, I hardly ever eat bread. I try to eat mostly meat, eggs, seafood, & cheese. I also only eat one meal a day. I don't know why some people think we should be eating three meals plus snacks each day. It's so uplifting to feel good physically. 🤗

[@erik0073]

@@kmstins If i don't feel hungry, I don't eat. That is helping me also.

[@kmstins]

@@erik0073 That's one of the problems some have. They think they're hungry, but they are actually thirsty and should just drink some water. I forgot what the explanation was for why that happens to some people. It's a real thing. They actually confuse thirst for hunger.

[@deezimmo4814]

I went to the local Save-A-Lot and I picked up a bag for frozen broccoli. I checked the label and found that the country of origin was Turkey. I put it back. Maybe, the reason frozen vegetables are taking a hit is because they are coming from another country and shipping is a problem right now. I will not buy food from other countries when we grow enough of it here. When a fruit or vegetable I like is in season, I purchase enough for the year and freeze or can it for later or go without.

[@deezimmo4814]

Except for bananas, I will only buy them when they are brown and at a reduced price. I like the flavor of the brown ones better.

[@ashleybosvik3031]

I like this idea

[@zombiemom5088]

Fresh broccoli 🥦 steams easy … during the big cv stay at home … there were no frozen veggies so I bought fresh until my garden was ready to harvest .. there was plenty of fresh then anyway

[@debz3503]

​@@deezimmo4814good for banana nut bread&pancakes also.

[@user-bb1gv8up6w]

Me too. They are sweeter.@@deezimmo4814

[@tailor1900]

More Immigration less food.

[@barryrammer7906]

They are well feed at our cost. Free housing. 5k before the get on a jet 1500 a month per person. Free food stamps and housing.

[@debz3503]

And they are throwing it all away...

[@kevin-gs7jn]

I shop Kroger here in Michigan, no shortages here. I think we have the advantage of the freeway system running through our state, I -94 , I -75, I -69, major trucking corridor, blue water bridge, ambassador bridge, Canadian trucking traffic. Just a thought as to why were not seeing shortages.

[@janharkey5705]

Update central Mass: First time my two stores were very low on all meats and eggs too. I am going back today in case this was just a post new year thing.

[@cathynowak3991]

update Northwoods Wisconsin went to the store and it was very skimpy for eggs, milk. Also bread was scarce. We wanted to get butter ahead, but it's hit and miss here. No produce at Walmart. They were trying to put cookies and chips in their place. Also anyone who is in Hoven, SD. The Hoven Dairy plant just closed permanently, they made cheese, over 35 people just got told that Friday was there last day. The head of the company told them that cheese wasn't moving like it use to. The main plant is here in Wisconsin. So much for job security, after 20 yrs. My brother in law has no job. He is retiring now. They stocked up, Steve, because of these reports. Thank You!

[@mc-si7vq]

🙏

[@kep8814]

Stock up on bread flour and learn to make your own sourdough starter. That can be a base for all thing bread... pizza crust, homemade crackers, pancakes, waffles etc. It's easier than you think... your starter/leaven can live for years with care.

[@sherrikarlstedt6442]

I heard that the contractors for making great value products were not making profits and just walked away from the contracts.

[@melissasmess2773]

😂

[@lorishoemaker3906]

I went to ALDIs in Dayton Oh just 2 days ago. The store was low on a lot of items. Only the expensive eggs left and milk and creamer areas was also low. This surprised me because I got there around 10 am. Keep stocking up, it’s not going to get better. Stay safe.

[@JohnDoe-np3zk]

I am cooking up some pinto dry beans in the crock pot.

[@fullmoonawakeningart7560]

Quaker Oats had a massive recall. Which could be part of the oats not being on the shelves. There’s been a lot of recalls on many many many different foods. It’s starting to get ridiculous.

[@Kat-ck5hl]

SUGGESTION: Please don't neglect the baking aisles. Of utmost importance in ANY chaotic time will be the need for: flour, shortening, cornmeal, yeast, baking powder, baking soda, honey and sugar. Thanks for all you do Steve and team. I seldom miss a video. Sending God's choicest blessings from southeast Florida.

[@frsp3403]

Rural NE Ohio Aldi was loaded with produce yesterday but the 10# russets went from 3.99 (for months) to 4.49

[@Mrgreenjeans578]

Yeah my Aldi increased the potatoes to same price but Walmart had them for 6.57$ I remember they went up to almost 10$ for ten lbs I was livid bc we eat a lot of potatoes.

[@Mrgreenjeans578]

I’m in East Central Indiana

[@chickenworld2024]

Good morning Steve, definitely food shortages in the coolers. The reason the cardboard boxes are on the coolers because those coolers are still operating connected to other ones, so they have to close off the condensers to keep them cool at move through to the other coolers. My local food basics has not had any distilled water for over a week Orillia, Ontario

[@phyllisclark3896]

Hello everyone. Today it is -25 degrees here in Wyoming. Ordering my seeds for garden today. Stay safe and warm. Blessings 🙏🙏🙏

[@3477dan]

I buy the box of 15 dozen eggs at a time. It is now $63.00 up from $24.00. Oregon

[@minihomesteadcooking]

Post your curry lentil recipie please ❤

[@nt6719]

Update: I was in my local Aldi in Central IN about a week ago They had canned chili on an end cap and on the shelf in it's normal spot. Pay attention to what's on the end caps. You may find more product that you're looking for there. This Aldi did not have any chunky peanut butter and they haven't had any for a few weeks.

[@speedysmoke]

Central IN here too. I have noticed the crunchy peanut butter missing at my 2 local Aldi also. Overall they have kept things stocked pretty well

[@lizadivine3785]

Don’t buy any peanut butter made with cotton seed oil. It’s an inflammatory poison. You can’t eat your jeans can you? Just buy peanut butter that is made with peanuts only.

[@ZackRyann]

Update…. Massachusetts Market Basket shelves are looking Bearish this morning at 7.10 this morning. I noticed a box of donuts 🍩 of 9 cost 7.14 😮… I never seen the prices on groceries this high EVER .. and I know the prices will be going up parabolic shortly . I wish family members would wake up ,I keep warning ⚠️ and it’s like talking to members of congress one ear and out the other. Iam not the only one who can’t get through on family members. Hopefully you do a video on how to help family to see the light. I been studying this issue for 8 years now . And it just doesn’t end well for those who didn’t prepare. I can only do so much. And shake.my head allot on how people just want to stay ignorant I just don’t get it . This is the greatest wealth transfer of human history underway. And people think tv will save them . 😮

[@mariedennis510]

I also feel with the boarder being open and all those people coming in they are buying stuff.

[@user-bi8ko7kc6h]

Definitely because of the weather. Did have empty holes here and there before but not as bad compared to now. Has to be due to weather. Shipping delays due to snow and people are stocking up for the weather warnings.

[@coldheartx2]

I agree something is going on with paper goods. Last 18 months my trucks bring me enough paper goods that my top shelves were stacked to the ceiling and still more in backroom. Last night I emptied my top shelves, nothing in backroom and my next truck has decreased. Normal truck is 2300+ cases, this truck is 1043😮.

[@danielrodding8522]

The industry has some problems with the pulp-based cellulose production since 2020. There are two issues: at first, energy prices have gone up, and production of that stuff is pretty energy-intensive. The second point is that they partly rely on recyled paper, and there they compete with cardboard producers for boxes especially used in the growing mail order/e-eommcerce biz.

[@Matthew-ec3kg]

UPDATE: I bought eggs yesterday in Dublin Michigan, and they were suppose to be large. 😂 Yeah, they were TINY! 😂

[@user-wm4el5hv3c]

at least you could find them ...

[@Matthew-ec3kg]

@@user-wm4el5hv3c That's true. 👍🙂

[@thetaekwondoe3887]

I thought egg size was determined by weight, though. Not actual size. Maybe I'm wrong?

[@Matthew-ec3kg]

​@@thetaekwondoe3887 No, by size.

[@lisapainter525]

We noticed the same thing.

[@kathyware5548]

Consider that the trucks that deliver those goods can be restricted by all weather conditions- not just snow and ice. Recent storms had widespread heavy wind and these will shut down trucks as well…. Cannot run with am empty trailer or loads under 20,000 lbs. This impacts timeliness of loads to warehouses and distribution centers, as well as store deliveries.

[@dianetaylor1085]

Weather in the Midwest and East Coast over the next 10 days could warrant a lot of empty shelves in our stores as people provide for this polar vortex

[@ooohhitskaren63]

Has anyone thought that maybe stuff is having problems getting in because of the bad weather. Also, during winter, chickens don't lay as many eggs due to not enough sunlight. Artificial light helps some, but they still lay less. In March, the chickens will pickup laying and then put it in over drive.

[@deezimmo4814]

I have to keep a light on in the chicken coop for warmth, along with a heated perch. I have a large supply of incandescent light bulbs. The high temperature for the day will be 22°F, tomorrow 6°F with a low of -2.

[@TheHavocdog]

Yes, but that kind of logic doesn't sell gold and silver.

[@user-wm4el5hv3c]

it's been an issue since before xmas ...

[@zombiemom5088]

And commercial egg layers have artificial light .. seasonal changes are not an issue in commercial egg farms … my guess would be it’s the 10+ million layers that have been culled in the last 2-3 months …

[@zombiemom5088]

@@TheHavocdog why be here on the channel if that’s what you think? Just curious … you must be incredibly bored to troll channels and play heckle fish

[@rcx7093]

Toliet paper looked low in Walmart, Southwest, Otherwise plenty of everything else.

[@shawnmclaughlin7418]

This is crazy because where I live there's 5 grocery stores within a 1/2 a mile of each other and they are packed full of everything sorry for your guys loss

[@debhaney6944]

And you are where?

[@tammybrennan2040]

Michigan fully stocked shelves @ Aldi & Meiers 0 shortages of anything

[@shawnmclaughlin7418]

@@debhaney6944 north conway New Hampshire

[@Mrgreenjeans578]

I’m in East Central Indiana and went to Aldi Thursday and I made a point to see anything short or not stocked but everything was fully stocked and staff was stocking shelves while I was there

[@ChristineSpringerElaine]

Generally the shelves here are stocked but I do notice that some products aren't being carried anymore. STL/Southern IL. Chicken has been $1.99 lb for a few weeks here, usually in the bags, pork from the meat department is around the same price. I've been pressure canning it so it's shelf stable, and also keeps the house warm and the humidity up.

[@RootsFromEden]

Update: our vinegar prices are real high! It also is low and Its been over a year since I've been able to buy wheat kernals non-gmo in bulk. Also our rice in main stores is low.

[@texaspreppermom]

My Walmart in East Texas has been looking pretty slim.

[@speedysmoke]

For people that have Menards in their area, check them out

[@janharkey5705]

I'm adding lentils or black beans to spaghetti sauce or lasagna...instead of beef. It works.

[@mzdebbie8698]

Great tip😊

[@jillw892]

Have you ever tried black bean brownies? It's really good. Dairy and egg free.

[@mzdebbie8698]

@@jillw892 that is totally something I am going to look into... thanks tons😀

[@ashleybosvik3031]

Do you mash the beans up

[@melissafrancoeur5554]

I regularly do this w beef. Someday it’ll be without the meat. It’s good!

[@ultramagapatriot5874]

THEY THINK WE ARE STUPID AND THAT WE CAN'T SEE WHAT'S GOING ON WITH OUR OWN EYES!!

[@Uprightfossil]

You are getting snowstorms… that is what happens. I’m originally from the Pocono Mountains in Penna. Same thing would happen years ago when I lived there. Now I live in southern Arizona. No snow. Our grocery stores and Walmart are completely stocked to the max. I prep what I can but the money is limited. My husband is a disabled 20 year vet and I have breast cancer. God Bless

[@debz3503]

❤️🙏

[@mc-si7vq]

❤

[@elizabethemory6558]

Update a few days ago I was at target in NJ I couldn't believe all the shortages even shortages on children's toy looked liked the shelves weren't stocked since before Christmas.

[@shirleypatten6212]

My go-to supermarket is Bound Brook ShopRite. Prices keep inching higher, but the store is well-stocked. An international grocery store recently opened in Middlesex, featuring American, Hispanic and Asian foods. Beautifully stocked (the produce section is huge), but very few shoppers because the prices are noticeably higher than surrounding supermarkets.

[@elizabethemory6558]

@shirleypatten6212 I usually go to Zallies Shop Rite in South Jersey for food. However I was looking for a gift for my grandson at Target and picked 2 items of good there . I also shop in bulk at Sam's club or BJs whole sale club . All three stores are pretty well stocked as far as I can sew.

[@dalemeyer8207]

Yes , we have no bananas today. Old school song . Thanks 😎

[@michelleanderson928]

I'm in WTN seeing sporadic items. Right now, we are preparing for a possible winter storm, so milk, eggs, bread, and frozen pizza are scarce, which is normal.

[@user-iq3vm6kh1q]

Update Phoenix az Produce is slim or slimey Limited milk Limited eggs Very little beef or chicken Canned goods are getting harder to find Shelves at the local fry’s are slowly dwindling

[@TheLastPirate1973]

Update: as milk gets more and more difficult to find, people seem to be overlooking the shelf stable milk in the baking section. While others complain about not having milk, the shelf stable had an abundance. It also lasts longer. Also, check you lettuces. I bought lettuce three weeks ago and it’s still edible. Lately my procure has been rotting faster but not this lettuce. Thanks Steve for keeping us posted and informed. My daughter moved to Oil City this past September and she told me western PA is experiencing shortages. God bless you all and stay safe

[@snotgurgletroll1812]

There's instan/dry milk. It's not the "same" but it's milk.

[@TheLastPirate1973]

@@snotgurgletroll1812 o it’s isn’t but shelf stable, I haven’t seen a difference. Parmalat usually makes this product. At least is will be there in a pinch. Try buying powder eggs. Might have to take out a second mortgage to buy a can

[@zombiemom5088]

I buy the shelf stable milk at the dollar tree … if you add up the cost it is pricier than fresh milk BUT I think it’s worth it because we don’t use a lot of milk anymore … having shelf milk o hand keeps me from running to the store for just milk and it seems to last way longer once opened than fresh milk as well … I’m glad you mentioned this because today I’m on a mission to restock my “pantry” and shelf milk needs to be added to my list 🤣🤣😂🤣 THANKS!

[@MyOtherCheek]

The problem is it doesn't taste like fresh milk. I can't drink much milk any more because it gives me sinus problems, but I miss a nice glass of cold fresh milk. Folks are Just going to have to get used to not having fresh milk. 😢

[@TheLastPirate1973]

@@zombiemom5088 you are right. It is more pricey. That being said, I would burn money to keep my family warm and fed. At least we can still bake and cook with the shelf stable milk.

[@obxertoo5912]

Are the "ones" coming across the border experiencing any food shortages? Maybe we ought to check out where they're getting their groceries.

[@user-wm4el5hv3c]

you know where ...

[@Forgiven_Disciple]

I went to wal mart and our local smiths, they were pretty bare. Here in n. west nevada.

[@roxane7432]

UPDATE. Fredericktown, SE MO Walmart. I went to Walmart yestersay to buy a few 5lb boxes of baking soda, as i use that Borax for my laundry,lceaning, asi do not use chemicals, only two boxes of borax abd no baking soda. The only things i really needed, go figure. Everything else was well stocked. Every shelf was full, i was shocked

[@grandmascooking2281]

You can also make a really delicious lentil tortilla soup. Look up the recipe but it's really good and lentils are high in protein

[@leopardwoman38]

Thank you for the suggestion. That sounds delicious.

[@Alison2436]

it almost feels like they've been trying to slowly get us accustomed to stores not having everything we need

[@lizadivine3785]

They have a lot people coming over the boarder that need to be fed. It goes to them first.

[@margaretmurty7061]

You should share your lentil curry recipe. Please! I love trying recipes that are tried and true and use pantry stock. I’m sure others would like to try it also.

[@danielrodding8522]

Lentil curry or lentil soup is pretty simple. And you can add almost "everything" to it, depending what you have in stock. Take pre-cooked lentils, then some pre-cooked potatoes (cut in small dice-alike pieces), pre-cooked carrots (again dice-alike pieces), piceces of sausages, a little bit of parsley, some other spices as you like, some broth (a litte bit only for a curry, and some more plus some water for a soup), and basically that's it. And if something has been left over from previous meals, for example some veggies, you also can add. For the lentils and the potatoes, you either can take the fresh ones and pre-cook them yourself, or you take the stuff from cans. For the carrots, it's even better to use the pre-cooked ones from cans. It's pretty important to slowly heat/boil all that over a longer time. Give the lentils and sausages some time in the broth to unfold their taste.

[@cathysnider9412]

Last hotdogs chili sauce I bought was disgusting. Made my own with crushed tomatoes and seasoned. Freeze. Tastes much better and price is definitely comparable.

[@ghostprepper5859]

Up Date: Branson West Missouri Walmart out, Aldi out, where oh where is the pasta? We scored 4 boxes of angle hair spaghetti 🍝 Store's look just like what you are showing brother! Wait in 3 months we will be telling each other where foods are or start a buying co-op with your groups or family. Make a list and share it with your family and friends. We can mail it to each other once we have the items we're looking for. Start thinking outside the box and start sourcing your own stuff!

[@missmodern]

Isn't that because of the looming blizzard?

[@bryanhulbert4504]

Sometimes I think it’s not a shortage of the item , but a shortage of workers or re stockers to keep shelves stocked.

[@peterpan770]

Maybe but produce spoils quick. 😊

[@patriot3876]

We noticed depending on the area ,high income, low income seems to be a good size different in stock.and quality.

[@howardfine2209]

walmart food is the lowest quality.nasty.

[@reginamajor2149]

I was in Aldi in Middletown, NY yesterday for the first time in awhile and I was shocked at how low their stock was particularly with canned goods but the stock in the whole store was very thin

[@RockyMtnGobblers]

I heard yesterday I believe it was from Riverside Homestead, that companies are canceling their contracts to produce Great Value Foods because they can no longer make a profit. They're only producing name brand, I have no idea if that's accurate or not. I believe generic and name brand are the same the only difference is the label and the pricing.

[@americafirst9144]

Not sure how they do it now, but it used to be there were 3-4 grades of canned goods produced by each factory. Name brands would get the #1 grade.

[@akfinn5308]

Up here in Alaska, the Walmart widened their isles so that three carts can go past each other. Used to be two.

[@crystalh733]

I never even knew that canned potatoes were a thing until I started following you 😂

[@laurelinthegolden6394]

Update: for NW Oregon. My husband went to get groceries at Albertsons last night. Said no bananas, very little produce, very little meat and dairy. Not sure if the store was overwhelmed with shoppers for the incoming ice/snow storm, or if it's just what we will see from now on? Prepare your own pantry friends!

[@PG-px1ju]

For as long as I've listened to Steve (he had chickens when I started listening), I've used his info as my items to stock up on. And it has paid off, ty❤ I don't buy bread. I buy 25#'s each month of flour. I've taught others how to make sourdough bread 6 ingredients is all, if you include the water lol

[@azplanner4546]

I have been stocking up on clothing, like pants, socks, shoes, etc for the family. We went thrifting and I found canning jars for a quarter a piece and scooped those up. Found threads for a quarter a piece. Etc.

[@PaulNishimoto-nb5kd]

Love your family and friends let them know you love them making memories for the day you haven't one or nothing

[@niki9638]

Update: SW MO local Walmart internet has been down for 2days. Cash only purchases. It’s Saturday afternoon. I asked what they were going to do when they ran out of 10’s, 5’s, &1’s. Cashier shrugged and said we’ll go home.