Here’s the deal with chickens in FS25—they’re a golden ticket to steady profits, but they need care, like any investment. You’ll manage their food, health, and shelter, and in return, they’ll give you eggs that sell well. Let’s break it down step by step.
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Step 1: Prepping the Field
Imagine your field like a blank canvas. First, grab a plow—doesn’t matter if it’s small or massive. Attach it to your tractor and churn up the dirt. Done? Great. Now, swap the plow for a cultivator. Think of it as combing the soil to boost its yield. You’ll notice the soil’s color changing—that’s how you know it’s working.
Optional: Check for stones or weeds using the soil composition map. If they’re there, clear them out for better results.
Step 2: Planting the Feed
Here’s a shortcut—get a seeder that fertilizes and plants simultaneously. Fill it with barley seeds and fertilizer at your silo. Then, sow the seeds evenly across your plowed field. If you’re feeling fancy, fertilize again after a month to maximize yield.
Now wait. Barley takes 8-10 months to mature, so fast-forward time using the farmhouse rest feature.
Step 3: Harvesting Barley
When the barley is ready, use a combine harvester. Attach a grain header, turn it on, and let it rip across the field. Pro tip: Stick to default settings to avoid complications. Once harvested, load the barley into a trailer and haul it over to your chicken coop.
Step 4: Buying Chickens
Pick your chickens. Adult hens cost more but start laying eggs immediately. Younger chickens are cheaper but take time to mature. Either way, buy as many as your coop can hold.
Step 5: Feeding Chickens
Unload the barley into the chicken coop’s feed section. Look for the food icon and follow the on-screen prompt to avoid spilling.
Step 6: Collecting Eggs
Eggs will appear in marked areas near your coop. Keep an eye on market prices before selling—don’t settle for low rates. Transport them using a flatbed trailer or a small truck. Secure the pallets with straps to avoid accidents during delivery.
Step 7: Building a Chicken Coop
Want more chickens? Build a bigger coop. Choose one from the animal menu and place it on your farm. Unlike cows, you can’t expand chicken coops with fences, so pick the right size upfront.
Chickens are straightforward but rewarding. Once you’ve got the routine down, you’ll see steady profits. Keep their food stocked, monitor their health, and stay alert to market trends for eggs. Whether you’re in it for small-scale fun or aiming for a poultry empire, Farming Simulator 25 has you covered.