👉 Subvassalage, also known as subsistence agriculture, is a practice where farmers cultivate crops or raise livestock to earn income from their own labor rather than relying on external sources of income. This type of farming can be done in a small-scale setting but often involves larger numbers of workers and resources. In subvassalage, farmers typically rely on the land they cultivate for subsistence needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing. They may also engage in other activities like hunting