When preparing for the worst, choose food that’s EASY to ration without compromising you.


Ready Hour Quick Oats can quickly fill you up when there’s not much to share.


-Make in minutes! Just add water and stir.

-Adds 4,180 calories to your emergency pantry.

-Store safely for up to 30 years!*

-No refrigeration

-Made in the U.S.A. from domestic and/or imported ingredients.


A Fast, Easy Breakfast Staple


With our Quick Oats, a little goes a long way!


All you need is a little water. Combine our Quick Oats with water, cook, stir, and they can be ready to eat in less than five minutes!


More Than a Morning Favorite


Top it off: Whether you’re enjoying a warm bowl of our Quick Oats for breakfast or as a snack, top it off with strawberries, banana slices, honey, brown sugar, and more for even richer flavor.


Baking basic: Sprinkle these oats onto desserts, bake them into oatmeal raisin cookies, or use them to make bread. Our Quick Oats are a classic and convenient ingredient!


Camping essential: Lightweight and easy to lug around, our Quick Oats make a quick and easy meal when you’re out and about.


Enjoy Now or 30 Years From Now


Put into the pantry or stuffed into storage, our Quick Oats will last up to 30 years—no refrigeration required!


These 4,180-calorie oats are stored in a steel #10 can, sealed and protected against water and pests. All you need in addition is 1.4 gallons of water to prepare the complete can!


It's best to store this emergency food in a dry, cool location — a dark area, if possible, at temperatures between 55°F and 70°F. Actual shelf life may vary based on individual storage conditions.


*1.4 gallons of water are needed to prepare entire #10 can. Ships with a weight of 4.3 pounds. Total calories 4,180.