๐ Layout
- Farm features large grassy fields ideal for animals.
- Unique renewable grass patches regrow daily and provide free animal feed.
- Players start with a built Coop, allowing immediate access to chickens.
- Tillable land: about 2,000 tiles โ less than Standard Farm but balanced with animal features.
๐ Features
โ Advantages
- Best starting map for raising animals.
- Renewable grass reduces reliance on purchasing hay or building extra silos early.
- Fewer farming costs in the first year thanks to the free Coop.
- Great roleplay value for players who enjoy ranching and animal care.
โ Drawbacks
- Less crop space than Standard Farm.
- Income depends more on animal products, which take time to mature.
- Less efficient for pure crop farming playthroughs.
๐ก Strategy
Pro Tip: Focus on animals early โ the Meadowlands Farm gives you free tools to start producing eggs and milk sooner than other maps.
- Expand barns and coops quickly to maximize the renewable grass benefit.
- Use artisan equipment like cheese presses and mayonnaise machines for profit boosts.
- Supplement income with small, high-value crop plots since farmland is limited.
- Plan fencing carefully to manage grazing areas and keep animals safe.