Food

Food is the fuel of each and every fief. When a Lord's food supply is plentiful, his people are more likely to be content with their lot, and happy to do his bidding. It is a Lord's responsibility to keep their food supply full, and anyone who neglects this basic duty will find himself very unpopular with the common people.

Harvest
Every month, a Lord may collect food from his harvest. Before he may feed his people, he must pay dues to the crown and church (50% of total haul). Once this has been done, a Lord may choose how to divide his remaining food source.

Storage
Food is perishable, and will only last for one month at a time. Any food that is not consumed or sold will be lost at the end of each month.

Feeding Your Army
Each Military Unit requires a certain amount of food to survive. If the Lord does not feed his army, they are subject to malnutrition and disease. Additionally, you may not purchase Military Units if you're unable (or unwilling) to properly care for your existing army.

Feeding Your People
In order to feed your population, you must contribute 30% of your harvest (after dues) to the city food supply. A Lord may choose to feed his people more (for a chance to win a random Public Order bonus), or choose to give his people less than the base ratio required.

Warning: Feeding the population less than the 30% required ratio may result in a drop in Public Order.