Preview: New Crop in Farming Simulator 25 – Rice & Long Grain Rice

Farming Simulator 25 introduces two new rice crops to the game, bringing fresh farming challenges and strategies. Not all rice is created equal in FS25. Players will find two distinct types: Rice and Long Grain Rice. While both are grown in rice paddies, each requires different farming techniques and equipment. Let’s dive into the differences and learn how to grow these valuable crops on your farm.

Understanding the Two Rice Types

Rice and long grain rice might seem similar at first glance, but they have key differences in cultivation methods:

1. Rice – This traditional rice variety requires flooding the field before planting. It is typically grown in water-saturated fields to support its growth.
2. Long Grain Rice – Unlike traditional rice, long grain rice is not sown in water. Instead, the field gets flooded after sowing, making it necessary to plan and manage water levels differently.

Creating Your Rice Paddies

Rice paddies, also known as rice fields, are specially designed fields that allow for water retention. In Farming Simulator 25 Mods, creating rice paddies requires careful planning and space on your farm. Here’s how to get started:

1. Build the Paddies: Use the build menu to create rice paddies of any shape and size. Unlike regular fields, these are slightly deepened to hold water.
2. Water Pump: Install a water pump to manage the water levels within your paddies effectively.

Optional: Rice Greenhouses

If you’re aiming for high-yield rice production, consider investing in rice greenhouses. These greenhouses are dedicated to cultivating rice saplings, which can later be transplanted to your paddies. This optional step boosts your agricultural productivity and saves costs in the long run.

• Purchase Saplings or Grow Your Own: You can buy rice saplings directly from the dealership or opt to cultivate them yourself in the greenhouse.

Planting & Harvesting Rice

For both rice types, you’ll need specific equipment to handle planting and harvesting effectively. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Necessary Equipment: You’ll require a tractor, a cultivator, a specialized rice planter, a harvester, and a trailer. Keep lime in storage, as it’s essential after each harvesting cycle.
2. Flooding and Planting: For traditional rice, activate your water pump to flood the field before planting the saplings. Your rice planter will handle both planting and fertilization, so there’s no need for additional fertilizer spreaders.
3. Water Management: Monitor the water pump daily to maintain the proper water levels. Insufficient water can harm your seedlings and reduce your yield.
4. Harvesting: When the rice is mature, use a specialized harvester to collect the crops. After harvesting, decide whether to sell, store, or process your rice into products.
5. Field Maintenance: After a few harvests, apply lime to the field and cultivate the paddy to prepare for the next crop cycle. Keep an eye on your field info to determine when liming is necessary.

Sowing & Harvesting Long Grain Rice

Growing long grain rice requires a slightly different approach compared to traditional rice:

1. Dry Sowing: Unlike traditional rice, long grain rice is sown dry. Fill your seeder with seeds and start sowing the paddy without adding water initially.
2. Flooding After Sowing: Once the seeds are sown, activate the water pump to flood the field. Different water levels will be needed at various stages of growth. Don’t worry— the pump is designed to provide just the right amount of water.
3. Daily Water Checks: Just like with traditional rice, monitor your water pump daily to avoid losing saplings to improper water levels.
4. Harvesting Long Grain Rice: When the rice is ready, your standard combine harvester with a grain header will do the job. After harvesting, sell, store, or process the rice at designated facilities.

Rice Growth Stages

Both rice types go through multiple growth stages that require careful attention to water levels and field maintenance. Keep an eye on your field info to track growth stages, water levels, and lime requirements.

Final Thoughts: The Key to Successful Rice Farming

Rice farming in Farming Simulator 25 is more than just planting and harvesting. It involves managing water levels, utilizing specialized equipment, and understanding the distinct needs of traditional and long grain rice. As you refine your strategies and invest in greenhouses or additional water pumps, you’ll increase yields and expand your farming empire.

By mastering the nuances of both rice types, you’ll become a successful rice farmer in Farming Simulator 25. Whether you’re aiming to sell your crops, store them for later, or integrate them into production chains, rice farming adds depth and strategy to the game. Get ready to sow, flood, and harvest your way to agricultural success!