Growing food and planning for Frost

Wheat needs open sky and suitable soil on the surface. It cannot grow during Frost. Cave truffles need a real roof or natural ceiling. Both need suitable temperatures, planting stock and water. Truffles also use one food when planted.

In current colonies, rich surface soil speeds up growth and poor soil slows it down. Underground gardens keep the standard pace. Soil changes growth time, while crop health determines the food harvested. A damaged crop gives less.

Select a garden when planting stops. Its card distinguishes a paused order, a met food target, missing seed, protected supplies and a blocked route. Once a crop has failed, clear it and fix the conditions before replanting. Spent planting materials do not come back.

Food planning separates stored supplies from future harvests and estimates food and feed needs. Connected food means at least one consumer can reach the store. Check anyone who is hungry separately, especially after closing a door or changing an Area.