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In farming communities, survival hinged on meticulous planning. Farmers would begin gathering firewood well before winter and focus heavily on preserving food. Techniques like pickling, smoking, and drying were essential for keeping food viable throughout the季节. Fruits and vegetables were often stored in clay pots to protect them against frost.
The Great Famine of 1315-1317 is a notable catastrophe during this period. Severe rains devastated crop yields, leading to the demise of livestock and rampant criminal behavior in the desperate struggle to survive. Recovery from such famines sometimes spanned years, leaving communities fraught with despair.