Stardew Valley offers a delightful cooperative gameplay experience, allowing players to embark on a rewarding farming journey with friends.
In this article, we will explore the ins and outs of the Stardew Valley Coop, from its construction and usage to the various animals you can raise and the bountiful rewards they produce. So grab your tools, and let’s dive into the cooperative wonders of Stardew Valley!
Coop Information
Coop | Cost (Gold) | Materials Required | Animals Capacity | Other Features |
Coop | 4,000g | 300x Wood, 100x Stone | 4 | Hay Hopper, Feeding Trough |
Big Coop | 10,000g | 400x Wood, 150x Stone | 8 | Hay Hopper, Feeding Trough, Incubator |
Deluxe Coop | 20,000g | 500x Wood, 200x Stone | 12 | Hay Hopper, Feeding Trough, Incubator, Auto feeding System |
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Coop in Stardew Valley
Materials Needed
- 300 Wood
- 100 Stone
- 4,000 Gold
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather Resources: Collect the required materials for building the coop. You will need 300 Wood, 100 Stone, and 4,000 Gold.
- Visit Robin’s Carpenter Shop: Head over to Robin’s Carpenter Shop, located in the north area of Pelican Town.
- Speak to Robin: Inside the Carpenter Shop, find Robin, the town’s carpenter, and interact with her.
- Select “Construct Farm Building”: Choose “Construct Farm Building” from the dialogue options when interacting with Robin.
- Choose Coop Design: Select the Coop design in the building selection menu. You should scroll through the options to find them.
- Place the Coop: Once you have selected the Coop design, move to your desired location on your farm and place the Coop blueprint.
- Confirm Building Placement: After placing the Coop, a construction preview will appear. Confirm the placement by selecting the checkmark.
- Wait for Construction: Robin will begin constructing the Coop after confirming the placement. Construction takes around three days to complete.
- Enjoy Your Coop: Once construction is finished, you can start using your Coop! Begin by purchasing animals from Marnie’s Ranch and placing them inside.
Remember to feed and care for your animals daily, collect their products, and consider upgrading the Coop for additional features and benefits as you progress in the game.
Coop Features and Potential Upgrades
- Feeding Trough: The feeding trough is a feature where you can dispense hay for your animals, with its source as your Silo.
- Auto Feed System: On future upgrades to the Deluxe Coop, the Hay Hopper automatically dispenses hay to the feeding trough, eliminating the need to feed your animals manually.
- Incubator: With the incubator upgrade, you can hatch eggs without needing an adult animal. Simply place an egg in the incubator, and a new animal will hatch after a few days as long as there is still space in the coop for the animal.
- Auto-Grabber: A purchasable item at Marnie’s Ranch, the Auto-Grabber automatically collects animal products inside the coop. This saves time and effort by eliminating the need for manual collection.
- Big Coop: The big coop is an intermediate upgrade that provides more space for animals than the basic coop but is smaller than the deluxe coop. It provides a maximum capacity of 8 animals and still occupies 6x3 tiles on your farm with a different design. This upgrade also comes with an integrated incubator.
- Deluxe Coop: The deluxe coop is a larger and more luxurious version of the basic coop. It offers a maximum space of 12 animals and occupies for animals and still occupies 6x3 tiles on your farm, only with a different design. This last upgrade comes with the Auto Feeding System.
- Painting: A cosmetic upgrade, the painting allows you to change the appearance of your coop, giving it a fresh and personalized look. Go to Robin’s Carpenter Shop to redecorate your coop’s appearance.
Coop Animals and Their Rewards
Stardew Valley offer a variety of animals you can raise in your coop, each with unique benefits. Here’s a handy table showcasing the different coop animals, their produced items, time of production, and selling prices:
Animal | Product | Production Time | Selling Price |
Chicken | Egg/Large Egg | Every day | Egg Base: 50g |
Duck | Duck Egg/Duck Feather | Every 2 days | Duck Egg Base: 95g Duck Feather Base: 250g |
Rabbit | Rabbit’s Foot/Wool | Every 4 days | Rabbit’s Foot Base: 565g Wool Base: 340g |
Void Chicken | Void Egg | Every day | Base: 65g |
Dinosaur | Dinosaur Egg | Every 7 days | Base: 350g |
Golden Chicken | Golden Egg | Every day | Base: 500g |
Chicken
Chickens are the most common and affordable choice for a coop. They lay eggs daily, which can be sold for around 50g to 190g each depending on their quality and type.
Eggs are also used in various crafting recipes and can be turned into Mayonnaise using a Mayonnaise Machine for increased profit. Chickens can be purchased at Marnie’s Ranch for 800g each.
Void Chicken
Void Chickens black chickens are hatched by incubating a Void Egg, which is obtained through various sources. Void Eggs are produced daily and sold at 65g to 130g, depending on their quality. Their eggs can also be turned into Void Mayonnaise, which always sells at 275g.
Golden Chicken
Golden Chickens can be obtained by incubating a Golden Egg in a Coop. These eggs have various sources but are available in the video game’s [1] later stages. Golden Chickens produce eggs daily with a selling price of 500g to 1,000g depending on their quality.
These can also be turned into Mayonnaise, with their quality always being gold. However, the selling price for the egg is higher than its Artisan Goods version.
Duck
Ducks, though less common, produce Duck Eggs every 2 days. These eggs sell for around 95g to 190g each depending on quality, and can be used to create Duck Mayonnaise which is sold at higher prices.
Duck Feathers, which occasionally ducks drop, is also a valuable profit. Ducks can be bought at Marnie’s Ranch for 1,200g each.
Rabbit
Rabbits don’t produce edible items but provide Wool every 4 days, which can be made into Cloth using a Loom. They may occasionally drop Rabbit’s Foot as well, which sells for around 565g to 1,130g, making it a great source of income.
Rabbit’s Foot is also a popular gift among the villagers. Rabbits are purchased at Marnie’s Ranch for 8,000g each.
Dinosaur
Dinosaurs are hatched by placing a Dinosaur Egg, an artifact, in the Incubator. They produce eggs every 7 days that sell from 350g to 700g each depending on their quality. Dinosaur Mayonnaise is the most expensive mayonnaise, selling at 800g each.
It’s best to incubate the first DInosaur Egg you get than to donate it to the museum, as you can always get another one to donate.
Making Profits with the Coop
While raising animals in the coop provides a fun and immersive experience, it can also be profitable. Here are some tips to make the most out of your coop:
- Efficient Feeding: Ensure you feed your animals with Hay daily and that your animals access fresh grass during the growing seasons.
- Artisan Goods: Process your animal products into higher-value goods. For example, turn Eggs into Mayonnaise and Wool into Cloth. These artisan goods sell for higher prices than raw produce.
- Animal Friendship: Building a strong bond with your animals increases their chances of producing higher-quality goods. Ensure they are well-fed and pet them daily to improve their friendship and reach the maximum heart level.
Caring for Coop Animals
Remember, happy and well-cared-for animals are more likely to produce high-quality products, bringing in greater profits and contributing to the success of your farm. Take the time to care for your coop animals; they will reward you with their loyalty and valuable resources.
- Feeding: Coop animals must be fed regularly to stay healthy and produce high-quality products. Purchase Hay from Marnie's Ranch or create your own using a Silo. Use a Scythe to remove weeds in your farm; some will automatically transfer as Hay in your Silo. Place the animal feed in the feeding trough inside the coop, and the animals will eat from it automatically.
- Petting and Love: Interact with your animals regularly to build a good relationship with them. Right-click on them to pet them and show them some love. Building affection will lead to happier animals and increased chances of high-quality product production.
- Providing Shelter: Coop animals need shelter and protection from harsh weather conditions.Ensure your coop is fully upgraded to provide enough space and comfort for your animals. Heaters are available for purchase during winter at Marnie’s Ranch to keep the coop warm.
- Breeding: To expand your livestock, consider breeding your animals. Make sure you have a Deluxe Barn to allow animals to reproduce.
Coop Animal Happiness and Product Quality
In Stardew Valley, the happiness of your coop animals directly affects the quality of the products they produce. By ensuring the well-being and contentment of your animals, you can maximize the value of their products. Here are a few key factors to consider:
- Animal Friendship: Interacting with your animals regularly, petting them, and ensuring a clean and comfortable environment can increase their friendship. The higher their company, the happier they will be, resulting in better product quality and consistent frequency.
- Outdoor Access: Opening the small coop door will allow your animals to go outside and enjoy the open space. They can explore, find fresh grass, and change scenery. Outdoor access can significantly enhance their well-being and overall happiness. Be sure to check if all your animals are inside the coop before closing it. Leaving your animals outside may make them grumpy.
- Grass and Pasture: Animals love to graze on fresh grass. Ensuring that your coop has access to an outdoor area with ample grass can keep your animals satisfied. Letting them roam outside during the day, especially in spring and summer, can improve their mood and happiness. Ducks can also swim if there is a nearby body of water.
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Conclusion
The Stardew Valley Coop is vital to a successful and thriving farm. It allows you to raise various animals, from chickens and ducks to cows and goats, providing valuable resources such as eggs and wool.
Upgrading your coop and expanding your livestock opens up new possibilities and rewards. Embrace the joys of coop farming, build lasting relationships with your animals, and watch your farm flourish with bountiful harvests and delightful companionship.
