Raising pigs in Minecraft: A comprehensive guide to bacon and beyond!
Minecraft survival hinges on securing food, and pigs offer a reliable source of both bacon and, surprisingly, transportation. This guide details how to establish your own pig farm.
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Why Pigs?
Pigs are a readily available and nutritious food source. Cooked pork is a high-value food item. Furthermore, with a saddle and carrot on a stick, they become surprisingly stylish (if slow) mounts!
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Where to Find Pigs?
Pigs populate common biomes: meadows, forests, and plains. They typically spawn in groups of 2-4. Village farms are another potential source.
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Pig Diet & Breeding:
Carrots, potatoes, or beetroots are the key to pig breeding. Feeding two pigs these items initiates breeding, resulting in a piglet that matures in 10 minutes (faster with additional feeding).
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Pig Riding:
While not tamable like cats or wolves, pigs can be ridden. This requires a saddle (found in chests or via villager trades) and a carrot on a stick.
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Crafting a carrot on a stick:
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Saddle the pig, hold the carrot on a stick, and steer!
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Building a Pig Pen:
Construct a pen (fences or a pit) to prevent your pigs from wandering off.
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Gathering and Breeding:
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New Pig Variants (Bedrock Edition):
Bedrock Edition features "adaptive" pigs with cold and warm climate variations. These have unique models and spawn in different biomes.
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Enjoy your thriving pig farm and the delicious rewards (and rides!) it provides!
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