Wheat Seeds
minecraft:wheat_seedsWheat seeds are planted on tilled farmland to grow wheat crops, progressing through eight growth stages before they can be harvested. They are commonly gathered by breaking grass and tall grass, or as a byproduct of harvesting mature wheat. Beyond farming, seeds are used to breed and tame certain animals, making them one of the earliest useful items a new player collects.
FAQ
How do I get wheat seeds?
Break grass, tall grass, ferns, or large ferns for a chance to drop seeds, harvest mature wheat crops for 1-4 seeds, or find them in village chests, trail ruins, and wandering trader trades.
What do wheat seeds do?
Right-click them onto tilled farmland to plant wheat crops, which grow through eight stages and need light level 9 or higher, growing faster on hydrated farmland or with bone meal.
Can wheat seeds be used with animals?
Yes, holding wheat seeds lets you breed chickens and reduce the growth time of baby chickens, and they can also tame parrots.
Are wheat seeds good for composting?
Yes, placing them in a composter has a 30% chance of raising the compost level by one.