Threat tier gates advanced ore
Planets in higher threat tiers provide the route to advanced ores such as Ferozium. Upgrade protection before committing to a dangerous planet.
Starbound FARMING GUIDESKnow what to farm.
Know what to farm.
And where to go.
Starbound resource farming follows sector and threat-tier progression across procedurally generated planets. Mining supplies ores and fuel, while captured seeds support crop production on a homeworld or ship. Threat level controls which advanced ores appear, so upgrade equipment before landing on dangerous planets.
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What matters before you farm
Unlock requirements, costs and tips to help you get started.
Moon trips need radiation protection
Erchius crystals in moon caves can supply ship fuel, but the radiation makes an EPP important before you leave the ship for a mining run.
Sources & fact checks
Keep seeds for repeat harvests
Harvest wild crops while exploring, then reserve seeds to start a farm at home or on your ship. Farming reduces the need to search for food again on every trip.
Sources & fact checks
Farm with a purpose
Prioritize fuel and ore progression gates first, then direct Pixel and rent income goals, followed by reusable crop routes and broad exploration.
Planet exploration
Erchius Fuel
Erchius Fuel powers ship travel and is needed to continue exploring the universe.
Ore and crafting materials
Copper and Iron Ore
Copper and iron provide early bars for basic equipment, crafting stations, and ship progression.
Ore and crafting materials
Titanium and Tungsten
Tungsten and titanium bars unlock equipment and crafting options at later progression stages.
Ore and crafting materials
Aegisalt, Violium and Ferozium
These late-tier ores provide refined materials for specialized equipment and crafting stations.
Economy and settlement
Solarium Ore
Solarium is the final crafting ore tier and supports late-game equipment and upgrades.
Economy and settlement
Terramart Crop Shipments
Shipment orders convert suitable crop surplus into Pixels while letting you reserve seeds and ingredients for other uses.
Ore and crafting materials
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Ore and crafting materials
Copper and Iron Ore
Copper and iron provide early bars for basic equipment, crafting stations, and ship progression.
Ore and crafting materials
Titanium and Tungsten
Tungsten and titanium bars unlock equipment and crafting options at later progression stages.
Ore and crafting materials
Aegisalt, Violium and Ferozium
These late-tier ores provide refined materials for specialized equipment and crafting stations.
Planet exploration
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Planet exploration
Erchius Fuel
Erchius Fuel powers ship travel and is needed to continue exploring the universe.
Planet exploration
Planetary Exploration
A planned planet visit combines resource gathering, discovery, and safe returns into a repeatable exploration loop.
Planet exploration
Dungeon and Mission Loot
Story missions and generated dungeons provide distinct chests, rewards, and progression objectives.
Crops and food
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Crops and food
Crop Seeds
Seeds let you build a renewable crop supply from wild plants and other in-game sources.
Crops and food
Farm Crops
A planted field supplies renewable produce for meals, crafting, and shipment orders.
Crops and food
Farmable Food
Growing food crops creates a renewable supply for cooking and useful surplus for sale.
Crops and food
Boneboo Crop Production
Boneboo provides a fast-growing crop for a repeatable raw-produce supply; its mature harvest is also a useful input when you…
Crops and food
Underwater Crop Farming
Reefpods and Coralcreeps provide a distinct crop loop for players who can maintain a submerged plot.
Economy and settlement
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Economy and settlement
Solarium Ore
Solarium is the final crafting ore tier and supports late-game equipment and upgrades.
Economy and settlement
Terramart Crop Shipments
Shipment orders convert suitable crop surplus into Pixels while letting you reserve seeds and ingredients for other uses.
Economy and settlement
Refinery Pixels
A Refinery converts eligible surplus ores into Pixels for shops and crafting-related expenses.
Economy and settlement
Ore-to-Pixels Refinery Loop
This focused processing loop turns surplus mine output into currency while protecting ores needed for progression.
Economy and settlement
Tenant Rent
Tenant rooms can provide recurring rent in Pixels or items after residents move in.
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Planet exploration
Erchius Fuel
Erchius Fuel powers ship travel and is needed to continue exploring the universe.
Ore and crafting materials
Copper and Iron Ore
Copper and iron provide early bars for basic equipment, crafting stations, and ship progression.
Ore and crafting materials
Titanium and Tungsten
Tungsten and titanium bars unlock equipment and crafting options at later progression stages.
Ore and crafting materials
Aegisalt, Violium and Ferozium
These late-tier ores provide refined materials for specialized equipment and crafting stations.
Economy and settlement
Solarium Ore
Solarium is the final crafting ore tier and supports late-game equipment and upgrades.
Economy and settlement
Terramart Crop Shipments
Shipment orders convert suitable crop surplus into Pixels while letting you reserve seeds and ingredients for other uses.
Economy and settlement
Refinery Pixels
A Refinery converts eligible surplus ores into Pixels for shops and crafting-related expenses.
Economy and settlement
Ore-to-Pixels Refinery Loop
This focused processing loop turns surplus mine output into currency while protecting ores needed for progression.
Economy and settlement
Tenant Rent
Tenant rooms can provide recurring rent in Pixels or items after residents move in.
Crops and food
Crop Seeds
Seeds let you build a renewable crop supply from wild plants and other in-game sources.
Crops and food
Farm Crops
A planted field supplies renewable produce for meals, crafting, and shipment orders.
Crops and food
Farmable Food
Growing food crops creates a renewable supply for cooking and useful surplus for sale.
Crops and food
Boneboo Crop Production
Boneboo provides a fast-growing crop for a repeatable raw-produce supply; its mature harvest is also a useful input when you…
Crops and food
Underwater Crop Farming
Reefpods and Coralcreeps provide a distinct crop loop for players who can maintain a submerged plot.
Planet exploration
Planetary Exploration
A planned planet visit combines resource gathering, discovery, and safe returns into a repeatable exploration loop.
Planet exploration
Dungeon and Mission Loot
Story missions and generated dungeons provide distinct chests, rewards, and progression objectives.
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