It is debatable whether or not it is advisable to purchase individually packaged ranch dressing. It is convenient that they do not require refrigeration, and that they are portable, but is this convenience worth the extra monetary investment?

I bought 200 individual packs of Kraft Ranch, for $20. I would have to say that it is a worthy investment.

-It will not take up space in my refrigerator, saving precious space for ranch-friendly perishables (also cheaper to operate the refrigerator)
-I can take a pack with my to class when I get thirsty
-I can take a pack with me to school, saving me the trouble of having to pour some in a container, then washing the container when I get home.
-I can give them away at school to people I don't know, thus increasing my friend base; more importantly, increasing the ranch cult base.

Poo to packets. I prefer the "Ranch Holster." I like to keep a bottle at my side at all times.

haha.. gotta wonder about the packaged ranch.. doesn't that mean there's some chemicals that keep it eat-worthy while not being refrigerated??..
Although, it's always good to pass some ranch to a friend