Was the feudal economic system self sufficient?

The feudal economic system was largely self-sufficient, as it was based on the manor system where lords and their vassals managed agricultural estates. Peasants, or serfs, worked the land and provided the necessary goods and services for their local communities, reducing dependence on outside trade. This localized production allowed manors to sustain themselves, although they still engaged in some trade with neighboring regions for goods not produced locally. Overall, feudalism emphasized local economies over broader market interactions.