Set Up Your First Automated Farm

Prepare the Land

Clear a flat area and till soil blocks to create farmland. Plant basic crops like wheat, carrots, or potatoes—these are your foundation for both food and factory inputs. Water the farmland with a water source block or channel.

Automate Harvesting and Collection

Build a simple rotating shaft using the Create mod's mechanical components. Attach harvesters or similar rotating blocks above your crops to automatically cut them down. Position hoppers and conveyor belts below to collect drops and funnel them into chests or storage systems.

Power Your System

Create a basic power source—a water wheel, windmill, or hand crank—to spin your shaft. Connect it to your harvesting mechanism using shafts and gearboxes. Adjust rotation speed as needed; faster isn't always better for stability.

Expand Gradually

Once running smoothly, add more crop types in separate rows. Use the quest book to discover which crops are needed for cooking recipes. Link multiple harvest lines to a central storage hub using item pipes or conveyor systems for efficient ingredient management.