Surviving in the blocky universe of Minecraft goes beyond building shelters and crafting tools; it also hinges on establishing a steady food source. While cows offer steaks and milk, and chickens provide eggs, pigs stand out for their reliability. They're easy to breed, require no special conditions, and are always ready to transform into tasty bacon, making them a predictable and valuable resource.
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Before you start filling your storage with delicious pork, let's explore how to set up your own farm of these oinking companions.
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 an excellent source of food in Minecraft. Their meat is not only easy to obtain but also one of the most nutritious foods available in the game. Additionally, if you have a saddle, pigs can serve as a unique mode of transportation.
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By saddling up and using a carrot on a stick, you can embark on a leisurely journey across the game's expansive landscapes. While not the fastest mode of transport, it's certainly stylish and fun.
Where to Find Pigs?
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Pigs are commonly found in various biomes, making them easy to locate:
- Meadows – ideal pastures for pigs.
- Forests – pigs are just as likely to appear among the trees.
- Plains – open spaces and grass make this biome a pig paradise.
They typically spawn in groups of 2-4. If you're near a village, check the local farms; villagers sometimes keep pigs in pens.
What Do Pigs Eat in Minecraft?
To breed pigs, you'll need carrots, potatoes, or beetroots. Holding any of these root vegetables will make you the center of attention for any nearby pigs.
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Feeding two pigs will put them into "love mode," resulting in a baby piglet. It takes about 10 minutes for the piglet to grow into an adult, 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 with a saddle. However, just saddling a pig won't make it move on command; you'll need a carrot on a stick:
- Craft a fishing rod using three sticks and two pieces of string, which can be obtained from spiders.
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- Add a carrot to the fishing rod at the crafting table to create a carrot on a stick.
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- Find a pig and saddle it. 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 to direct the pig's movement.
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- Build a pen using fences or by digging a pit to keep the pigs contained.
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- Find at least two pigs. This can be challenging, but meadows and plains are good places to look.
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- Lead them into the pen by holding a carrot, which they will follow.
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- Feed them carrots, potatoes, or beetroots to trigger breeding, resulting in a baby piglet.
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- Wait 10 minutes for the piglet to mature. Feeding it additional root vegetables can speed up the growth process.
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A New Kind of Pig
Minecraft Bedrock Edition has introduced "adaptive" pigs, featuring versions for warm and cold climates.
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These pigs have distinct models and spawn in different locations: the cold-climate pig sports a fur coat, while the warm-climate pig has a reddish tint. In temperate biomes, the classic pig remains. These features are currently part of "experimental gameplay".
Breeding pigs in Minecraft is not only a practical way to ensure a food supply but also an opportunity to raise amusing pets. They are low-maintenance, easy to breed, and can even serve as a quirky mode of transportation, adding a fun element to your gameplay.
