Surviving in the blocky universe of Minecraft requires more than just building strong walls and crafting reliable tools; it also hinges on establishing a stable food source. While cows offer steak and milk, and chickens provide eggs, pigs stand out for their reliability. These pink companions are easy to breed, require no special conditions, and can transform into delicious bacon, making them a predictable and valuable resource.
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Before you start filling your storage with sustenance, let's delve into the process of creating your own farm of these oinking friends.
Table of Content ---
- Why Are Pigs Useful?
- Where to Find Pigs?
- What Do Pigs Eat in Minecraft?
- How to Breed Pigs in Minecraft?
- A New Kind of Pig
Why Are Pigs Useful?
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Pigs are a fantastic food source in Minecraft. Their meat, once cooked, becomes one of the most nutritious foods available in the game. Additionally, with a saddle, pigs can serve as a unique mode of transportation. By equipping a saddle and using a carrot on a stick, you can embark on a leisurely journey across the expansive Minecraft landscapes. Though not the fastest mode of travel, it's certainly stylish and fun.
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Where to Find Pigs?
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Pigs are commonly found in several biomes:
- Meadows – ideal grazing lands for pigs.
- Forests – you'll find them wandering among the trees.
- Plains – their open spaces and grassy fields make this biome a true pig paradise.
They typically spawn in groups of 2-4. If you're near a village, check out the local farms—sometimes, villagers keep pigs penned up.
What Do Pigs Eat in Minecraft?
To breed pigs, you'll need carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. Holding one of these root vegetables in your hand will immediately attract the attention of nearby pigs.
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When you feed two pigs, they enter "love mode," and soon after, a baby piglet appears. The piglet matures into an adult within 10 minutes, ready for further breeding.
How to Breed Pigs in Minecraft?
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While pigs can't be tamed like cats or wolves, they can be used for transportation. Here’s how to breed and ride them:
- Craft a fishing rod. You'll need three sticks and two pieces of string, which can be obtained from spiders.
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- Add a carrot. Combine the fishing rod with a carrot at the crafting table to create a carrot on a stick.
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- Find a pig and saddle up. Saddles can be found in chests within dungeons, temples, or strongholds, or traded with villagers.
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- Hold the carrot on a stick. The pig will move in the direction you point.
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- Build a pen. Use fences or dig a pit to keep the pigs from wandering off.
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- Locate at least two pigs. This might be challenging, but in meadows or plains, you won't have to search long.
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- Lead them into the pen. Hold a carrot, and they'll follow you.
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- Feed them carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. Soon, a baby piglet will appear.
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- Wait 10 minutes for the piglet to grow. You can speed up this process by feeding it more root vegetables.
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A New Kind of Pig
In Minecraft Bedrock, "adaptive" pigs have been introduced, featuring versions for warm and cold climates.
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These pigs have unique models and spawn in different locations: the cold-climate version sports a fur coat, while the warm-climate variant has a reddish tint. In temperate biomes, you'll still encounter the classic pig. These features are currently part of "experimental gameplay."
Breeding pigs not only secures a reliable food supply but also offers the chance to raise amusing pets. They require minimal maintenance, are easy to breed, and can even serve as a quirky means of transportation.
