Getting Apple Orchards

Learn how to unlock and build Apple Orchards in Manor Lords. Discover the development point cost, burgage plot requirements, and harvesting tips for a varied food supply.

Alright, let's get you set up with some apple orchards in Manor Lords! It's a pretty straightforward process, but there are a few key steps to get those trees growing and your villagers happy with more food variety.

Unlocking the Apple Orchardry:

First things first, you need to unlock the ability to build orchards. This is done by spending one development point on the 'Orchardry' research. It's a tier-one farming development, so you can grab it right at the start if you want to prioritize it.

Building the Orchard:

Once unlocked, you'll need to build Burgage Plots. The key here is to make sure these plots have enough space for a large extension. The bigger the extension, the more trees you can fit, which means more apples! Don't worry, the cost for the orchard itself is the same regardless of the extension size, so bigger is definitely better for maximizing your apple production.

Important Note: Try not to place your orchards on burgage plots where farmers already live. They'll likely be busy with your regular farms, and you don't want them getting overwhelmed or having harvesting issues with your new apple trees.

Building Cost:

• Apple Orchard: 50 Regional Wealth

Harvesting Apples:

After you've built the orchard extension, your villagers will start planting the trees. Now, here's the catch: it takes about three years for these trees to fully mature. During this time, they won't be super productive, but they'll still yield a few apples here and there for your villagers to eat. Once they're mature, though, you'll get a steady supply of apples throughout the year, with a big harvest usually happening in September.

Why Orchards Matter:

Having fully grown orchards is a great way to boost your population's approval rating by providing a diverse food source. As your burgage plots upgrade, your villagers demand more food variety. While you'll likely be providing bread, meat, eggs, and vegetables, apples offer a fantastic alternative. The more variety you can offer, the easier it is to keep your growing population happy and content.

That's pretty much it! With these steps, you'll have your apple orchards up and running, contributing to a happier and well-fed populace in Manor Lords.