I would too if in similar position, in case it goes belly up - call it a trading proposition ? Wouldn't you ? :)
could be a strategic position to make any incoming marauding bandits think twice, then again a play might pay off handsomely if done differently than Foodstuffs managed .. a nice blocking stake & awaiting time to talk bargain turkey in seas where the retail pirates come tall with extensive chests of treasure seeking their prizes :)