How to Farm High-Quality Palm Oil in Palworld?
High-quality palm oil farming in Palworld revolves around efficiently managing your Beegarde population and strategically processing Honey at a Refinery. This ensures a consistent and reliable supply of the valuable resource.
Introduction to Palm Oil Farming in Palworld
Palm oil is an essential resource in Palworld, used primarily in crafting delicious cakes. Cakes, in turn, are vital for breeding Pals, allowing you to optimize your team and expand your Palbox with stronger and more specialized creatures. Mastering the art of palm oil production is therefore crucial for any Palworld player aiming to progress quickly and efficiently. While directly farming palm trees isn’t possible (palm oil isn’t directly gathered from trees), it’s indirectly produced through a refined process involving other resources and Pals. This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of how to establish a sustainable and high-quality palm oil farming operation.
The Core Components: Beegarde and Honey
The pathway to palm oil begins with Beegardes, the bee-like Pals found throughout the Palworld map. These industrious creatures are the key to collecting Honey, the raw material required for palm oil production.
Beegarde Locating: Beegardes are commonly found in forested areas, often near bodies of water. Explore areas with dense vegetation and keep an eye out for their distinctive buzzing sound.
Capturing Beegardes: Utilize Pal Spheres to capture Beegardes. Consider using stronger Pal Spheres for higher capture rates, especially when encountering higher-level Beegardes.
Beegarde Management: Ensure your Beegardes are assigned to a Ranch in your base. They will autonomously produce Honey over time. The more Beegardes you have assigned to a Ranch, the faster your Honey production.
Building and Operating a Refinery
Once you have a steady supply of Honey, the next step is to refine it into palm oil. This requires a Refinery, a technological structure unlocked at a certain level.
Unlocking the Refinery: Progress through the technology tree to unlock the Refinery. The required level and crafting materials will be listed in the technology menu.
Building the Refinery: Gather the necessary materials and construct the Refinery at your base. Ensure the location provides adequate space for operation and Pal interaction.
Refining Honey into Palm Oil: Assign a Pal with the Kindling skill to operate the Refinery. Place Honey into the Refinery’s input slot, and the Kindling Pal will begin processing it into palm oil.
Optimizing Palm Oil Production
Maximizing palm oil output requires a strategic approach to resource management, Pal selection, and base optimization.
Pal Skill Optimization: Focus on assigning Pals with high Kindling levels to the Refinery. This significantly increases the speed of the refining process.
Work Speed Buffs: Utilize items or food buffs that increase the work speed of your Pals. This can further accelerate palm oil production.
Ranch Optimization: Ensure your Ranch is adequately sized and well-maintained. Clear any obstacles that might hinder the Beegardes’ movement and Honey production.
Pal Breeding: Consider breeding Pals with high Work Suitability traits to create even more efficient workers for your refinery.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Avoiding common pitfalls is crucial for establishing a sustainable and efficient palm oil farming operation.
Neglecting Beegarde Maintenance: Ensure your Beegardes are well-fed and have adequate rest. Neglecting their needs will significantly reduce Honey production.
Inadequate Pal Sphere Strength: Using weak Pal Spheres can lead to failed capture attempts and wasted resources. Always use Pal Spheres appropriate for the level of the Beegarde.
Poor Refinery Placement: Positioning the Refinery in a congested or inaccessible area can hinder Pal movement and reduce processing efficiency.
Ignoring Work Suitability: Assigning Pals with low Kindling levels to the Refinery will result in slow and inefficient palm oil production.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What level do I need to be to unlock the Refinery?
You need to reach level 43 to unlock the Refinery. Check the Technology tree for the exact recipe and resources needed.
What are the best Pals for Kindling to use in the Refinery?
While many Pals possess the Kindling skill, Blazehowl and Ragnahawk are top contenders due to their high Kindling levels, making them extremely efficient at converting Honey to Palm Oil.
How many Beegardes should I have assigned to my Ranch?
The optimal number of Beegardes depends on the size of your ranch and your overall Honey demand. Starting with 5-10 Beegardes is a good baseline, and you can adjust based on your production needs.
Does the quality of Honey affect the quality of Palm Oil?
No, the quality of Honey does not directly impact the quality of Palm Oil produced. The output is always Palm Oil, regardless of the individual honey’s origin.
Can I automate the entire Palm Oil production process?
Yes, by strategically positioning storage containers near your Ranch and Refinery, and utilizing Pals with the Transporting skill, you can automate the process of collecting Honey and transferring it to the Refinery.
What other Pals besides Beegardes produce Honey?
While Beegardes are the primary Honey producers, Cinnamoth also contributes to Honey production when assigned to the Ranch.
What are some good base locations for Palm Oil production?
Locations with easy access to both forests (for Beegarde capture) and ore deposits (for refining materials) are ideal. Consider locations near rivers or lakes for added convenience.
How can I increase the work speed of my Pals at the Refinery?
You can increase work speed by using items like Mind Control Meds, crafting higher quality Workbenches, or finding Pals with passive skills that boost work speed.
Is it more efficient to build multiple Refineries?
If you have a surplus of Honey and Pals with Kindling, building multiple Refineries can significantly increase your overall Palm Oil production.
What is the most common mistake people make when farming Palm Oil?
The most common mistake is neglecting the care of their Beegardes. Ensure they have adequate food, rest, and a clean ranch environment to maximize Honey production.
Can I sell Palm Oil for profit?
Yes, Palm Oil can be sold to Wandering Merchants for profit. However, its primary value lies in crafting cakes for Pal breeding.
Are there any alternative ways to obtain Palm Oil besides farming?
While farming is the most reliable method, you can sometimes find Palm Oil as loot in dungeons or from defeated enemies, although this is far less consistent.