Raising pigs in Minecraft: a guide to bacon and beyond. A successful Minecraft survival strategy relies on securing a consistent food supply. While cows offer milk and beef, and chickens lay eggs, pigs stand out for their ease of breeding and reliable bacon production. This guide details how to build your own pig farm.
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Before diving into pig farming, let's explore their usefulness.
Why are Pigs Useful?
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Pigs are a readily available food source. Cooked pork is highly nutritious. Beyond sustenance, with a saddle and carrot on a stick, pigs offer a unique, albeit slow, mode of transportation!
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Where to Find Pigs?
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Pigs are common in several biomes: Meadows, Forests, and Plains. They typically spawn in groups of 2-4. Village farms may also house pigs.
What Do Pigs Eat?
To breed pigs, use carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. Feeding two pigs with these items initiates breeding.
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How to Breed Pigs?
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While not tamable like cats or wolves, pigs can be ridden. This requires a saddle and a carrot on a stick.
Craft a fishing rod: Requires three sticks and two string (obtained from spiders).
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Create a carrot on a stick: Combine a fishing rod and a carrot.
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Obtain a saddle: Found in chests within dungeons, temples, or strongholds; or traded with villagers.
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Build a pen: Use fences or a pit to contain the pigs.
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Gather pigs: Find at least two.
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Lead them to the pen: Use a carrot.
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Feed them: Carrots, potatoes, or beetroots will produce a piglet.
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Wait 10 minutes: The piglet matures. Feeding accelerates growth.
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A New Kind of Pig
Minecraft Bedrock Edition features "adaptive" pigs for warm and cold climates, with distinct appearances.
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Pig farming is more than just food; it's a fun and efficient way to add to your Minecraft experience. They're low-maintenance, easy to breed, and provide a unique form of transportation.
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