One of the most loved parts of Stardew Valley is the farming. You can collect various animals to expand your farm. These animals are more than just adorable companions, they provide various by-products to help you advance in the game.
Large milk stands out not just for its higher value but also for the growth opportunities it offers in the game. Understanding how to obtain this milk involves more than milking—it requires creating a strong bond with your cows through attentive care and seasonal considerations. In this article, I’m going to share everything you need to know about large milk in Stardew Valley!
Understanding Large Milk in Stardew Valley
Large milk in Stardew Valley is not just a bigger version of regular milk; it’s a high-quality product prized for its versatility and value. Compared to regular milk, which sells for 125 gold, large milk commands a higher base price of 190 gold, and with the Rancher’s Profession, this can increase to 228 gold.
This milk is crucial for making gold star cheese. Cheese of this quality can be sold in the game for 345 gold, making it a great product for beginner players to make! It is essential for completing the Animal Bundle in the Community Center as well. Completing the Community Center is arguably the main point of the game.
Where to Get Large Milk in Stardew Valley
To acquire large milk in Stardew Valley, your primary source is your own farm. Make sure your cows are content and have high friendship levels (200+) to increase the chances of them providing this milk. Once they’ve reached that level of friendship, you should obtain the milk when milking them. Additionally, you can occasionally find large milk at the Traveling Cart, which is in the Cindersap Forest on Fridays and Sundays. Keep an eye out for it in the rotating stock, though availability can vary widely.
Factors That Influence Large Milk Production
The production of large milk hinges on maintaining high levels of both friendship and mood among your cows. Cows need a friendship score of 200 or higher to even have a chance at producing large milk. This level of friendship happens through daily interaction. Petting your cows adds 15 Friendship points and milking them contributes five more points. Letting them outside to eat fresh grass provides another eight points.
Seasonal changes also play a big role in cow mood. During winter, installing a heater in the barn boosts cows’ mood, counteracting the negative effects of cold weather. Neglecting cows—by failing to feed them or leaving them outside overnight—can dramatically reduce friendship and mood levels, making it less likely for cows to produce large milk.
What to Do With Large Milk
Large milk serves multiple purposes in Stardew Valley beyond its basic sale value. As stated previously, it’s a key ingredient in crafting high-quality Cheese using the Cheese Press and can be used for completing the Animal Bundle in the Community Center. However, it can also be used in cooking recipes that require Milk, Goat Milk, or Large Goat Milk.
Wrapping Up
To get large milk in the game you need to keep your cow’s friendship level up. By consistently petting and feeding them, you can make sure your cows remain happy! Remember, installing a heater in winter and avoiding neglectful actions are crucial for maintaining high friendship and mood levels. You can purchase a heater from Marnie for 2,000g.
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