diff --git a/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/mixins/merc_cav.xml b/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/mixins/merc_cav.xml
index f18dd5d237..236fb0fe89 100644
--- a/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/mixins/merc_cav.xml
+++ b/binaries/data/mods/public/simulation/templates/mixins/merc_cav.xml
@@ -8,6 +8,7 @@
   </Cost>
   <Loot>
     <metal>9</metal>
+    <food>2</food>
   </Loot>
   <Promotion>
     <RequiredXp>300</RequiredXp>