Why Freeze-Dried is the Future of Alaska’s Food Security

Here in Alaska, we know what it’s like to rely on barges, flights, and seasonal shelves. But what if there was a better way to feed our communities—year-round, without the waste or worry?

At Alaska Food Co., we’re working to change the story. And it starts with one powerful process: freeze-drying.

Freeze-drying locks in up to 98% of nutrients, flavor, and texture—without the need for refrigeration or preservatives. That means we can take carrots from the Mat-Su Valley, potatoes from Delta Junction, and berries from Homer, and make them shelf-stable for over a year.

Why does this matter?

• Alaska imports 95% of its food

• Bad weather = empty shelves

• Freight costs drive up prices for fresh produce

• Fresh food often spoils before it’s eaten

Freeze-drying gives us a reliable, cost-effective way to preserve Alaska-grown food—so families have access to real nutrition, regardless of the season or supply chain.

Food security isn’t a far-off goal. It’s something we’re building—batch by batch, harvest by harvest, with the support of local growers and people like you.

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