Going Medieval How To Plant Crops

2 min read 06-01-2025

Going Medieval throws you into the chaos of medieval life, demanding you build a thriving settlement from the ground up. While battling raiders and managing resources is key to survival, ensuring a steady food supply is paramount. This guide will walk you through the basics of planting crops in Going Medieval, helping you avoid starvation and build a self-sufficient community.

Preparing Your Fields

Before you even think about seeds, you need suitable farmland. The game offers various terrains, but not all are created equal for agriculture. Ideal farmland is flat and has fertile soil. Rocky or mountainous areas will yield poor results. Clear any obstacles like rocks or trees from your chosen area. While you can plant directly into unimproved ground, tilling the soil significantly boosts yields. Use your workers to till the land to improve the soil quality. This is a crucial step, don't skip it!

Choosing Your Crops

Going Medieval features a variety of crops, each with its own growing requirements and yield. Understanding these differences is key to maximizing your harvest.

Early Game Staples:

Carrots: Relatively easy to grow, requiring minimal resources and providing a decent food source. A good starting point for new players.
Turnips: Similar to carrots in terms of ease of cultivation. They offer a reliable food source early on.

Mid-to-Late Game Options:

Wheat: Essential for making bread, a higher-quality food source than carrots or turnips. Requires more space and a longer growing time.
Barley: Another grain crop used in bread making. Its growth characteristics are comparable to wheat.

Remember to check the in-game encyclopedia for detailed information on specific crops, including their yield, growing time, and any special requirements.

Planting and Harvesting

Once you've prepared your fields and chosen your crops, planting is straightforward. Assign workers to the field and select the "Plant Seeds" option. The game will automatically handle the planting process. Ensure you have enough seeds! You cannot plant if you are lacking seeds for the selected crop.

Harvesting is equally simple. Once the crops are mature (indicated by their appearance in-game), assign workers to harvest them. The harvested crops are then stored in your designated storage areas.

Optimizing Your Farms

Maximizing your harvest requires more than just planting seeds. Consider these factors:

Soil Quality: As previously mentioned, tilling improves soil quality drastically.
Water: Ensure your fields are adequately watered, especially during dry seasons. Consider building irrigation systems for larger farms.
Worker Efficiency: Assign enough workers to your fields to keep up with planting and harvesting. Avoid overworking your people to prevent exhaustion.
Crop Rotation: While not explicitly modeled in the game, periodically changing the crops you plant in a given area can help maintain soil fertility (this is based on real-world farming practices).

By following these guidelines, you can successfully cultivate your fields and ensure your settlement has a reliable food supply in Going Medieval. Happy farming!