The Augason Farms 72-Hour 4-Person Emergency Food Pail includes 7 meal varieties with 16 individual food pouches. At an average of 2,203 calories per person, per day, this is ample calories to feed 4 people for 3 days (or, alternatively, feed 1 person for 12 days). All food is packaged in individual food pouches (4 to 20 servings per pouch) and sealed in easy-to-transport pails. Just add water and cook. The delicious meals are easy to prepare and nutritious and, with an extended shelf life, offer your family a convenient solution for preparing meals when the kitchen at home isn’t an option. It’s disaster preparedness insurance for cabins, boats, and even to put in your vehicle. The 72-Hour 4-Person Kit is contained in a 4-gallon watertight pail including 176 servings and 26,440 total calories. Augason Farm’s products are an excellent choice for food storage, emergencies, survival, camping and everyday use! Family owned and operated since 1972, Augason Farms believes that great taste is a tradition worth preserving. Crafted with a focus on taste and nutrition, their products are manufactured to the highest standards. Whether enjoying Augason Farm’s products for everyday meals, as an emergency food supply, or years down the road. Make the wise decision and let Augason Farms’ food essentials give you a peace of mind that’s as indispensable as it is delicious. *Product good for up to 20 years when unopened. Best when stored in a cool, dry and dark place at temperatures between 55°F and 70°F. Actual shelf life may vary based on individual storage conditions. Please remove and discard oxygen absorber after opening.