
FarmColonies
A modpack focused around farming, animal husbandry, colony life & more!
About this Modpack
FarmColonies is a modpack that invites you to build a thriving community in a world brimming with life. With Minecolonies, you’ll establish settlements and manage your colonists, each with unique skills and talents. SWEM horses will add an extra layer of realism to otherwise mundane vanilla horses. Now they're loyal companions, helping you explore the diverse landscapes generated by a mix of realistic and fantastical terrain.
But be warned, the wild is full of surprises! Naturalist adds a layer of realism to the world around you, requiring you to . And with a variety of quality of life mods, you’ll find your experience enhanced with convenient features and helpful tools.
Farmers Delight adds a plethora of new crops, foods, and farming tools, making your agricultural endeavors even more rewarding. You'll find yourself cultivating a wide variety of produce, from humble carrots to exotic fruits, and crafting delicious dishes that will keep your colonists happy and healthy.
Doggy Talents Next allows you to train your canine companions to become even more helpful and loyal. You can teach them tricks, assign them specific tasks, and even breed them for unique abilities. With a loyal dog by your side, you'll be ready to face any challenge!
Some of the promenent QoL mods:
- Jade helps you to easily identify what you're looking at.
- Falling Tree simplifies lumberjacking.
- Comforts adds cozy furniture and decorations.
- AppleSkin lets you track your hunger and health.
- Ambient Sounds immerses you in the world.
- Simple Voice Chat makes communication with your friends a breeze.
- JourneyMap for a world map, minimap and waypoints to easily find your way home.
- Sophisticated Backpacks for more storage on the go.
- Sophisticated Storage for more expansive storage back home.
Are you ready to build a farm, establish colonies, and conquer the wild?
Available Versions
How to Set Up a FarmColonies Server
Order Server
Choose at least 6 GB RAM (8 GB recommended for FarmColonies). Based on player count: per 5 players.
Install Modpack in Dashboard
Open the modpack browser in the dashboard, search for "FarmColonies" and click "Install". The forge loader and Minecraft 1.18.2 are configured automatically.
Start Server & Play
Start the server – all mods are loaded automatically. Share the server IP with friends and play together!
Frequently Asked Questions
FarmColonies server crashes or won't start – what to do?
Most common causes: insufficient RAM or wrong forge loader. Check latest.log for "OutOfMemoryError" → increase RAM to at least 8 GB. For "Mixin" or "ClassNotFoundException" errors: modpack version and loader don't match. With Mado Hosting, loader and Minecraft version are auto-configured on modpack install – preventing most startup issues.
How much RAM does a FarmColonies server really need?
Minimum 6 GB, recommended 8 GB for stable performance. per 5 players. Important: Minecraft modpacks need more RAM than vanilla – plan extra per additional player. With Mado Hosting, you can scale RAM up live at any time without data loss (from €12/month).
Can I add custom mods to FarmColonies without conflicts?
Yes, but check compatibility: only use mods for the same loader (forge) and same Minecraft version (1.18.2). Common issues: ID conflicts with recipe mods and incompatible coremod versions. The Mado dashboard mod browser only shows compatible mods and warns about known conflicts.
FarmColonies server lagging – performance tips
1) Increase RAM to 8 GB+. 2) Reduce server view-distance to 8 (server.properties). 3) Pre-generate chunks with the "Chunky" plugin. 4) Use /spark profiler to check which mods consume the most tick time. With Mado Hosting, all servers run on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores – eliminating hardware as a bottleneck.
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