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Farm Automation

Learn about production systems, extractors, water supply, and energy.

5 articles

Build a small 1.0 production line with storage outputs, Automation Pipes, filters and Auto Craft, then diagnose each step in order.

Plan farm Energy, distinguish it from mech power and fuel, and check supply before expanding a pipe or production network.

Place a Mineral Extractor near a suitable natural deposit, confirm production and build a collection route that can handle the extra supply.

Connect an Automated Water Pump to compatible watering equipment, test delivery and separate pump access from early automation unlocks.

Use a Water Reservoir as a buffer, trace empty inputs and outputs, and reconnect old pipes when a changed port stops the flow.