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How Did the Three‑Field System Boost Manor Productivity?

💡 The Answer

  • Three fields rotated crops: one winter grain, one spring grain, one fallow.
  • Fallow land restored soil nutrients, reducing the need for manure.
  • This system increased total arable land in use from half to two-thirds.
  • Yields rose significantly, supporting larger populations on each manor.

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