How to Create an Automatic Cactus Farm in Minecraft
Are you tired of manually collecting cacti in Minecraft? Well, you’re in luck! In this article, we’ll teach you how to create an automatic cactus farm so that you can collect as much cactus as you need.
What You’ll Need
Before we dive into the steps, make sure you have the following items:
– 1 Chest
– 2 Hoppers
– 2 Minecarts with Hoppers
– 1 Rail
– 1 Redstone Comparator
– 1 Redstone Dust
– 1 Lever
– Any amount of Cacti
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Find a location where you want to create your cactus farm. Make sure that it’s near a source of water, as this will allow the cacti to grow faster.
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Dig a hole that is 4 blocks long, 1 block wide, and 1 block deep. Place a chest at one end of the hole.
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Place a hopper next to the chest so that it is facing into the chest.
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Place another hopper on the opposite end of the hole so that it is facing into the first hopper.
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Place a minecart with a hopper on top of the second hopper.
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Place a rail next to the first hopper.
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Place another minecart with a hopper on the rail so that it is facing the hopper on the ground.
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Place a redstone comparator next to the first hopper.
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Place a lever next to the redstone comparator.
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Connect the redstone comparator to the lever using redstone dust.
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Plant your cactus between the two hoppers.
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Turn on the lever to activate the carts.
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Watch as the minecarts collect the cactus and deposit them into the chest.
Tips for Success
- Make sure that the chest is an empty, single chest. If you use a double chest, the system won’t work properly.
- Put a fence or block around the farm to keep the cacti from falling out.
- You can use this same system with other items, such as sugarcane, bamboo, or even items that villagers produce.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cactus does the farm produce?
The amount of cactus produced will depend on environmental factors such as biome and proximity to water. However, on average, the farm should produce between 100-200 cacti per hour.
Can I automate this farm even further?
Yes, you can! You can connect multiple minecarts with hoppers to the rail to increase the cacti’s collection speed. Additionally, you can connect the farm to an item sorter to separate the cacti from other items.
Do you have to be in the same chunk as the farm for it to work?
No, you don’t have to be in the same chunk as the farm for it to work. However, you do need to be in the same dimension (Overworld, Nether, or End).
Conclusion
Creating an automatic cactus farm in Minecraft may seem daunting at first, but with these step-by-step instructions, it can be a fun and achievable project. Remember to follow the tips for success and adjust the farm to your liking. Good luck growing those cacti!