I love so much that you don’t charge us for these teaching series. Many of us just can’t afford some of the fees some of the homesteading channels charge for their teaching series’. It’s such a blessing and truly appreciated. I also really love how detailed and visual they are. It’s one thing to hear it or read about it, and another thing to actually see it. Again, thank you and I’m looking forward to the rest of the series. Your jewels are in Heaven waiting for you. May you blessings continue to be many on Earth as well. 🙏🏼❤️👍🏼😊

@jks9204

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, well put. ❤️🙏🏻😇

@Wishvr10

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly yes. We are so blessed to have her

@nemoperception7928

2 жыл бұрын

With the comments you now owe 17,000$ . Since you mentioned it ".

@joecallahan2945

2 жыл бұрын

@@jks9204 * I K .

@wellhill4017

Жыл бұрын

@@joecallahan2945 huh

What a great lesson. Not everyone is cut out to do this but as meat prices go up, some families will have to do this to survive. You are providing a great timely service, helping with your experience and information.

@justforfun4623

2 жыл бұрын

As meat prices go up people should just buy local, idk about anywhere else in the country but I can get still get local beef for less than 2.50 a lb. And pig for be 1.65lb

@annak804

2 жыл бұрын

@@justforfun4623 not here where I am

@Johnsmith-fz2dm

2 жыл бұрын

You could simply not eat meat? Plant based foods are cheaper anyway, not to mention healthier.

@Mountainandmolehill

2 жыл бұрын

@@Johnsmith-fz2dm not for much longer. The fertilizer shortage is hitting

@carloscomilang8904

Жыл бұрын

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I had meat rabbits for a few years, and I did quite a bit of reading and research on them before I ever got mine. Great presentation! You covered most of the basics there to get people informed. I want to address two points you made. I once read a forum post from a woman who bred meat rabbits in Canada. And she, like many, was concerned about breeding in the cold of winter. She kept her rabbits out of the wind and kept them dry. But they were exposed to the cold. She once had a doe kindle in winter, and she wasn't sure the kits would survive. The temperature was hovering around -20° F, (yes, that's BELOW zero), the wind was howling, and it was snowing. She went to check on the new kits. They were nestled together in the nest the doe made. The woman stuck a meat thermometer down in the nest among the kits and it read 110° F. She never worried again about the cold. Now, I do not know what breed she had, and I'm aware that not all breeds tolerate cold equally. But after I had read that account, I never gave winter a second thought. The only real issue I could fathom that might arise would be a doe which didn't regularly kindle in the nest. I did pause breeding in mid-summer though. To new breeders, I would offer this. If you monitor your rabbits as you should, you'll quickly learn to recognize when they are uncomfortable. And it's not hard to notice if they are having issues with cold. Treat them according to how they behave. Regarding the breeding of littermates. I agree with your advice. However, let me expand on that. Littermates are brothers and sisters. And it's not a good idea to breed them together, for the reasons you mentioned. Consider another aspect of this. What makes littermates brothers and sisters is that they have the same set of parents. Recognize that ALL litters of the same two parents are ALL brothers and sisters since they all share the same set of parents. So, it's not just littermates, but all progeny of the same set of parents which really shouldn't be bred together. It was for that reason that I kept two bucks so that I could alternate the breedings, track them, and never cross brothers and sisters.

@klong0001

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this knowledge!

@SageandStoneHomestead

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, exactly this! I have a buck problem and we have almost as many bucks as does. 🤣

@JohnJohn-zn8ib

6 ай бұрын

Always thought people who breed animals for profit are scumbags.

Thank you for your overview and experience. I raised rabbits many years ago. I was in the hog business for many years and had extensive experience with breeding and farrowing pigs. But, I passed the farm to my son. No longer have pigs, and I’m retired. I have renewed my interest in rabbits and especially having something to care for. Rabbits peaked my interest again. I had New Zealand white rabbits back when I raised them. Your video as well as others are a great refresher. Now I need to build some cages. I will house them in my former pig nursery complete with auto ventilation and nipple water system. My production mindset has changed since I won’t be a major enterprise but just a small breeding and rearing activity. So thanks again for sharing your experience.

I have no idea who this person is but she is incredibly knowledgeable and forthcoming. Love the insights. I can say honestly I learned a ton here.

Sarah you are such a wonderful teacher....so relaxed, so informed and your delivery of info is so clear and concise! I'm a wanna be farmer...in the city - we organic garden but our dogs would never tolerate chickens or rabbits....they'd be food for my pups and that's not happening. You and Kevin are our favorite homesteaders with your no super drama life style, your excellent planning and focusing on important stuff in all you seem to do, grow, build and share. We love this and always know what to expect from you - we always trust your info and so enjoy watching together with my husband. Blessings good people, clara and david from florida

@michaelripperger5674

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the no drama. There is a very famous homesteading KZreadr… and he is so much drama. Great info.

@simonesmit6708

2 жыл бұрын

Have you considered quail?

@sweetpie7919

2 жыл бұрын

@@simonesmit6708 I don't understand raising quail for meat. Maybe they are tasty but they're so small. I feel like it's so messy processing animals for meat that I prefer something bigger like turkey

@simonesmit6708

2 жыл бұрын

@@sweetpie7919 they are small but I've heard that they are great in an urban environment. Quiet and very low key so most neigbours have no idea they are there. And they don't need lots of space so they would be easy to protect from your dogs.

@sweetpie7919

2 жыл бұрын

@@simonesmit6708 when I lived in town , in a neighborhood I had up to six hens for eggs. We had an old dog who didn’t care and left them alone. When I later got puppies it became a problem as they grew. They would try to include the chickens when they played and the chickens would get stepped on and squished. It was awful.

You are absolutely correct about bringing the female to the buck to breed. I had a professional bunny farm, and won many awards with my rabbits. If you bring the buck to the doe, she more times than not will attack him. The doe is much more territorial about her territory. So it's always best to bring the doe to the buck. He will accept her readily. A-1 info here!

@tammyhoushour8070

2 жыл бұрын

Lol it just has to be her idea 😉😄

@extendedfilmproject6789

2 жыл бұрын

Bring the buck to the doe 6:08

@ascosche

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like me lololol

@livingwaters2003

Жыл бұрын

@@extendedfilmproject6789 rather then

@JohnJohn-zn8ib

6 ай бұрын

Bit scummy isn’t it breeding rabbits for profit, always thought they were backward types that make money through suffering to animals.

I never plan on breeding rabbits but this was such a great, interesting video.

@juliemcgugan1244

2 жыл бұрын

I’d like to try it, but with Angora rabbits. They’d be used for wool and not for meat, I just don’t think I could bring myself to eat my rabbits! Lol! But that is just me. You are right; some people need to eat and with food costs going up, I can see why people see them as a very useful food source.

@Johnsmith-fz2dm

2 жыл бұрын

@@juliemcgugan1244 What an utterly fucked idea, and no we dont need to eat rabbits or any other animal, ignorance isnt an excuse.

Your information comes across as so easy and a normal person can understand. Your teaching style is wonderful and a person can understand. Thank you so much. Blessings Helena Montana

@giftranga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a good teaching.I am a beginner

I have started breeding meat rabbits thanks to your teaching !!! It’s so informative and broken down with exactly what a new breeder like me needs! As a matter of fact today is my first day actually breeding …

Sarah, your a good teacher, you had a whole lot of info for a 1st time breeder. Good Job.

I totally agree with your opinion on how to tell if your rabbit is pregnant. I hate it when I see people saying to put her back in with the buck at 2 weeks; horrible. I currently have my first 3 litters growing so I am very excited. I have ac in my rabbitry so i plant to breed year round.

@wytchwoodhomesteadandkenne5036

2 жыл бұрын

I brought my doe over to my buck once a day for 3 days straight and then left it be. I figured she was either pregnant or not and she definitely is because she's having babies lol. :-)

@klong0001

2 жыл бұрын

We gently rub our rabbit's belly and you can kinda feel a firmness there if they're pregnant. BUT we don't push hard and we rubbed her belly before she ever was bred (we pet our food lol) so we can feel the difference. I would think that pushing on a pregnant belly, no matter the species, would be uncomfortable and, well... cruel. I know when I was pregnant I didn't want anyone touching me so... I agree with the opinion as well. It's only a month and while it can set you back its better than damaging the babies or moms.

@tracybruring7560

2 жыл бұрын

@@wytchwoodhomesteadandkenne5036 because of their ovulation some of the kits will not be as developed as the first batch

@southernsteel4476

2 жыл бұрын

A good sign she took to the breeding is growling from the doe when you reach in her cage. Both of my does do that and I know for sure they're going to have a litter. They start doing it after about a week after breeding

My mom and dad raised rabbits to sell for meat to make some money in a small coal mining town in the early 50's. She said they had as high as 100 rabbits at one time and they canned things from their garden or they wouldn't have had a lot to eat. Folks have no idea the hardships their grandparents and older parents went through. It's nice to see your channel and others trying to teach how to preserve and raise food!

@elleartisa5990

Жыл бұрын

Kimberly, did she say what/how they fed their rabbits? I’m wondering when the pellet came along! Lol😂 They are getting so expensive and I’m exploring more natural ways to feed.(and save money/increase profitability!)

Absolutely love the how to videos. I watched your older series on rabbits and currently have a 10 week old litter and a 1 week old litter of kits from my 2 does. I've tried selling a few of the older kits but I'm not finding people very interested so I'll watch Kevin's processing video a few more times and put them in my freezer. Thank you for giving me the information and courage to feed good quality meat to my family.

@barbaravickroy7563

2 жыл бұрын

How to market live rabbits might be a good future video subject. Probably regional and time-related scenarios apply, but hopefully some tricks of the trade.

@brennaculbertson3341

2 жыл бұрын

That is a wonderful idea! My older kits are American cross and solid white, solid black and solid blue. No interest from people. Now my standard rex kits are black and white broken and those are already spoken for. I wouldn't think color would really matter for meat. Both breeds give the same amount of meat at 12-14 weeks.

@annak804

2 жыл бұрын

@@brennaculbertson3341 its not the meat its the fur buying a live animal for meat you get a bonus fur.

We raised rabbits for 40 years you are giving excellent information to your subscribers, God bless you keep it up!!!

It's crazy I don't eat meat but I continue listening because I don't know much about rabbits I just always see them as pets. But it's always good to hear and learn new info. I like the part about the buck not living up to his end of the bargain. I had a good laugh, and I'm thinking it's just like many men out there. In their cases they get the children but they are not mature enough to be a father. Thanks for sharing, that part had me cracking up

You are on fire with these rabbits lessons! Good job!

You and Kevin are such excellent teachers! I had watched your previous rabbit teaching series, even though I don’t currently have rabbits, but am glad to watch through a new series just because you are so excellent at presenting information. I think if you presented a series on how to breed earthworms I would gladly watch that!

Interesting video. Glad y'all are back hope the time off was good. Take care up there and stay safe 🤠

Glad you took a break. Missed you guys.

Glad to see you guys, I've just started breeding my rabbits, it's been 30 days I have a nesting box for her she's checking it out . Yesterday I was watching her tummy and saw some movements it was exciting. I can't wait

Great information. I'm looking to get into meat rabbits for our homestead & this information will help me greatly. Thanks 😁👍

@user-nv9zd4vr5s

2 жыл бұрын

Мы держим кроликов белый панон держим от рождения 4м забивает имеим 2 2к200гр чистого мяса кролики эти бойлеры оставляем 10 малышей когда малым 20дней случаем кролицу

That was the best introduction to breeding meat rabbits, Sarah. You gave all the highlights with backups in such a clear manner. Well done.

I am thrilled that you are doing this series. I am trying to learn all that I can about raising rabbits and this came just at the right time. I'm looking forward to more and I will go back and watch your previous ones. Thank you SO much!

After all these years, I am still using Sarah's cookbook. What an impact you have made on our lives. Thank you thank you thank you.

Sarah I love the way you teach. Thank you for doing this. Passing on one's knowledge is so very important, and you do it in a way that is enjoyable and easy to understand

Started today researching rabbits and you were the first channel I came to because I knew you raise rabbits. Already learned so much I didn't know! So informative, thank you! Maybe by next spring I'll be ready.

Thank you Sarah! I purchased our 1st breeding trio over Thanksgiving and plan to begin breeding them Mar 1st. SO EXCITED! I’ve learned so much from you in so many areas over the last three or so years. And I’ve taken your advice many times! Thanks for all you guys do and share.

Sarah, you do a great job of teaching all sorts of topics. This was very interesting!

Thank you SO VERY MUCH for sharing your time, talents, and knowledge with us! We know you are a very busy woman, and for you to take the time to freely give us advice is priceless! May God continue to bless you and your family in abundance!! You are loved!! Hugs!!

It’s so good to see you again! Missed your videos. Glad you had a break though. This was a great video. I learned a LOT! But then, I always do watching your videos! Love you guys!

Excellent presentation Sarah, chock full of information. I just acquired my first buck and two does and plan to start breeding once I'm comfortable with rabbit handling! Thanks for all the tips! Thanks also to Kevin for the processing tips. I really love your farm and seeing the things you guys tackle.

Please keep doing these style of videos! Would love to see one on pigs or cows.

Thank you Sarah! I'm very glad that you guys raise the meat rabbits and show us how to do it. I've been mulling this process over for a few years and ended up getting a pair this past fall but the buck wasn't old enough and now our weather is just to cold. I'm hoping for some good litters in the spring!

Hi neighbor from Az to Mo. I was taught by the regional champion of rabbit in 1977 at the request of the director of the life science department at ASU to start their rabbit facility. She (name forgotten) taught me to position my forearm under the doe (rt arm) until hand is under does pelvis. Left hand on does shoulder holding ears in place. When buck mounts you should be able to feel her lift her pelvis - if she doesn’t you can lift for her and with your index finger and middle finger on either side of her vulva, make sure he engages without wasting time. She would do this twice to the same doe before returning her to her cage. This makes for quick breeding and guaranteed engagement. Her facilities were out somewhere in Buckeye - I’m sure she’s passed. Some of the other things she showed me still have me wowed.

Hey Sarah..what a fabulous lesson. You are so engaging and knowledgeable, and express this knowledge in a basic, understanding way. I look forward to the next lesson 🐇

Excellent video..Sarah you are such a good teacher.. I could listen to you for hours. Thanks for the great video and God bless

Such a timely video for us! We’re just looking into starting up with meat rabbits, so this is perfect! Can’t wait to learn more!

Such an excellent series, Sarah. As so many others have said, you are an excellent teacher. Both of you are. No non-sense, no hype, no drama. Looking forward to meeting you one day.

This is so packed with breeding wisdom, and knowledge, and psychology , it blows my rabbit mind.....and I have been breeding for almost 3 years. Thank you!

So glad your posting again. Take care. Love you guys 😍😍

We are hoping to get meat rabbits this spring. I have watched all of your old series and I appreciate how you cover everything so in depth. Thanks!

This is The best most informative video I have seen ever ….One just shud not start a rabbit farming without seing all that one has to know….Thanks a Ton …..n hope many more to come 🙏🏽🙏🏽

Just discovered this channel and what a gem. I have had meat rabbit's for 2 years and have yet to have a successful litter survive, this information is a God sent. I will be rewatching and implementing all of this information and pray I can start having some successful litters. Thank you so much and God bless ❤

Sooooooo interesting! Thank you Sarah! You’re a wonderful teacher!

@trishgage9288

Жыл бұрын

Yes! She has truly been given the gift of teaching. Excellent information, delivery, explanation, and easily understood. Sarah is just plain awesome!!

Yes - Sarah you are a Fabulous instructor!! Thank You So Much!!

You are the best teaching homesteading on YT. Thanks for all you do!

I've never had rabbits, do not have rabbits and will never ever have rabbits. But, you were so clear and interesting that I watched the entire video... Consider me your fan

Very good informative video. I raised rabbits years ago and experienced most all the things you identified. I was thinking of starting again and it's nice to know that what I encountered is not uncommon.

Hope yall had a lovely break! Glad yal are back! Our does are prego right now 😍😊

I think your channel has some of the best, most authentic content on KZread. Thank you!

I haven't had rabbits in years. I needed this. Thankyou so much.

Very good info... thanks. I watched your videos a few years back. I bought a trio of rabbits back in August/Sept and I have attempted to have them breed. First time I they tried it, it was unsuccessful. However, on Dec 29 they attempted it again. So, I'm hoping for Jan 25... just 5 more days. Interestingly, my cage setup for each rabbit has a 36"x30" wire cage and then I built a 30"x12" completely enclosed wooden box with a lid on the backside of their cage so they can get out of the wind or for whatever reason they want. Today I heard her scratching around in the enclosed part of the cage. Then I noticed that she had taken all the hay and stuffed it in one end of her box. Never seen that behavior from them before... so I'm hopeful that means she will be having kits in a few days! Woot Woot

It's so refreshing to see this video, this is exactly how we do our rabbits with breeding... Thank you for sharing this information, its very useful!

Yours is the first video i see talking about breeding relatives. THANK YOU

After watching y'all for about 2 and a half years, I'm finally ready to start raising rabbits! Bring on the rest of the series! 😃 I'm watching these closely so I'm as prepared as I can be before diving in. 😊

Good job teaching, learned a lot Sarah. I hope this series brings success to those wanting to raise their own meat for food!

@saudanicholaus4210

Жыл бұрын

I have got a good lesson from you sarah,I hope this will help me to increase rabbit production.

My sister and I had meat rabbits as teenagers many years ago. I got back into them with my husband and children about three years ago. Last summer here in western Montana the heat was brutal with around 30 - 40 days in the triple digits. We lost a lot of newborn kits to the heat. I stopped breeding for the rest of the summer but could not get the does bred after the weather cooled off. Several of the does ended up getting fat during their time off, so I am pretty sure that is a reason for the difficulty we had getting them bred. Last week we finally got our first successful breedings since last July. I found that very cold weather (below zero even) is far less dangerous for kits than very hot weather. Last winter we had two litters born in below zero weather and they did just fine. I would bring the kits in their nesting boxes into the heated shop overnight and put them back with their mothers first thing in the morning. This is not a problem for the bunnies because does only feed them two or three times a day. They don't miss a feeding for the overnight hours they are in the shop. We will begin some intensive breeding now to get as many kits as possible from our six breeding does before the weather turns hot. I'm hoping for a more mild summer this year so we can breed later into the year.

Sarah you have such a good amount of experience information to share. I'm that like myself there are many people following the channel who trust your knowledge and experience. Great job and thank you. Peace 🕊️ and blessings 🙏❣️

Hi Sarah,I so enjoyed this tutorial on rabbits.I have ate rabbit biscuit & gravy a few times & it was delicious.I would like to see you show us how you make rabbit.Have a wonderful tomorrow & thank you for all this information.👏😊👏

These rabbit lessons are priceless, thank you.😊🐇

Great info even for experienced, reminders of the basics. I would also like to add that especially if you're new to breeding rabbits it's a good idea to breed two on the same day, especially if you have new Young doze. The reason being as Sarah stated sometimes the young does don't really know what they're doing yet and you can give the neglected kits to the other mama just tuck them into the fur in the nest and they will start to smell like her litter and she will adopt them and let them all feed. Also, does feed kits once or twice a day so check for rounded fat bellied kits.

Great lesson. I learned alot. Can't wait until the next one. Thank you so much. You and your husband are the best teachers. Thank you so much for putting out information on so many topics and not charging for them. I know people need to make a living. But some of us just don't have the money to pay for the learning. Thank you again for caring and sharing we appreciate it so much.

Wonderful teaching I have been yawning to listen and best of all the teaching I have ever had. Thanks and God bless your family meat rabbitry. Upload another teaching soon

Tons of information. Thank you. Can’t wait for the next video.

Very good video. I agree with most everything you said. Except for breeding age. I have found that larger breeds of rabbits it takes longer for them to reach breeding age. It would have been nice to have seen this video when I started to raise rabbits. But that was over 50 years ago. Keep up the good work. Thank you for all you do. God Bless you both!!

I got into raising rabbits two years ago and it has been a learning process for sure. I have made a few mistakes along the way and have learned. This video was so helpful I did learn some more helpful hints. Great job

Good Morning! Lots of good information!! We like our bunnies! Have a blessed day!

Thank You Sarah. Very interesting video. My parents raised rabbits when I was small. Of course, at the time I didn't know that we were eating them. I thought they were pets.

Love your videos on meat rabbits, great information thank you so much.

Thank you Sarah - for the great information. I really enjoy watching and learning from your clear and concise teaching style.

Thanks for sharing this. Our family are looking at starting rabbits to see about rabbit meat and to share with other like minded neighbors. You have brought so much good info to so many of us.

That was fantastic, Sarah. A very interesting and informative video. I was tempted to keep rabbits here in Thailand but the weather is much too hot. Thanks again. I learnt a lot.

@terrywereb7639

2 жыл бұрын

There is a young man in an equatorial environment that has started a homesteading type program with rabbits as the meat base. Do not be afraid of the heat! Learn the husbandry adaptations!

Love to grow and learn with you. I learned so much from your first rabbit series and glad to continue to learn new things. Thank you.

@jobespierre6726

2 жыл бұрын

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Sarah this was an awesome video you are the best teacher I ever seen in KZread for everything you teach thank you God bless you 🌹

So good to have you all back! Great teaching, love all the information and advise.

Thank you Sarah! Very informative ♡

So informative Sarah, thank you so much.

Amazing teaching for farmers thank you so much for your help with us!

This is one of the best tutorials I have seen. Great job!

Thank you for the indepth information on rabbit breeding I'm glad to see your videos again yous do an amazing job god bless and stay safe from Ontario Canada

Great information Sarah 👍

Seriously....fascinating! And such a proper way of showing the process. My dad helped my brother to raise rabbits for 4-H. I guess I was left out of some of the details. Very informative. Thank you!

That was THE BEST tutorial I’ve seen or read. Was so informative

Hey Gang, Sarah, GREAT POSTING, very inspirational and informative, God's Good Blessings to you and your beautiful family keep up the great work, love you guys XOXOXOXO

Wonderful information! Thank you for your experience and instruction. Texas Deb ❤️😁

@ferengiprofiteer9145

2 жыл бұрын

Ha! I married a Texas Deb 47 years ago yesterday. 🤠👍

@godsgreenacreshomestead708

2 жыл бұрын

@@ferengiprofiteer9145 Congratulations! I bet she's a sweet gal! 😁 And tough as nails too.

@ferengiprofiteer9145

2 жыл бұрын

@@godsgreenacreshomestead708 Sweet might be a stretch. But still my all time favorite.

Great lesson for the beginning rabbit breeder. Great job Miss Sarah!

I’m so impressed with your teaching! Well done Sarah! 🤗

Thanks lots of great info.

Hi Sara 👋 I don't breed Rabbits lol . BUT SISTA , YOU SHOULD WRITE A BOOK! ✍ FANTADTIC INFO , @ DELIVERY! Haven't watch in awhile? Not sure why....but always a fan! Peace love @ human kindness Kim-n-Carolina 💛 🌞

GREAT 👍 DELIVERY OF THE BREADING INFORMATION!!!! THE WAY YOU BOTH DO THINGS ON YOUR HOMESTEAD ARE VARY INFORMATIVE!!!!

Thank you for this! My husband and I are thinking about trying out rabbit breeding next year after some more research and these videos came at the perfect time! Definitely bookmarking to come back to later as well!

I am wondering about the outdoor rabbit tractors. How do you keep the wood from rotting? Have you ever had a problem with that? I get rain all the time where I am.

I raised rabbits for 4H and loved it. When my does had their kits, I would hang a piece of raw bacon from the top of the cage. It worked for new mamas and for the does that had a tendency to chew on their babies. I really look forward to the time when I can move out of the city to my future homestead and can have rabbits again. Let me know of your thoughts on this if you can. Thank you for all you do, love your vlogs!!!

I love these videos! I raised rabbits for 4H and I needed refreshers! I also raised my rabbits for pedigree not eating so I needed help in that department.

Thanks for all you do and your great videos! ive had rabbits as mostly pets for 9 years and am starting to realize that in the times we are in, and prices going up, we need to be in control of our food and how its raised. God Bless You All!!

Love your videos. So informative!!! Curious... what do you do with the fur?

@barbaravickroy7563

2 жыл бұрын

l think they said in earlier videos that at 8 week processing, the pelt doesn't hold up. But that is a good Q for future videos.

Great info.

What a wealth of information!!! Thank you for sharing. God bless you and Kevin.

Thanks so much for sharing your information. I feel that was very high-quality instruction. With the looming food and especially meat shortages coming, this is nearly essential.