Meet the Water Buffalos: Strong, Social, and Ready for FS25
Do you have a soft spot for hoofed, ruminant mammals? Great! We’re introducing water buffalos to the lineup of farm animals. You may have caught a glimpse of them in earlier trailers and screenshots, but let’s take a closer look at this exciting new addition to Farming Simulator 25. Plus, we sit down with Roman Pelypenko, our Lead Character Artist, for an exclusive interview. Don’t forget to preorder!
- Water buffaloes are well-suited to tough environments: Whether it’s hot or humid, they’re perfectly at ease. That’s why they thrive in regions like South and East Asia, making them a perfect fit for our new Asian map. In many cultures, they also represent prosperity.
- They’re natural lawn trimmers: Sure, lots of animals eat grass, but believe it or not, in Farming Simulator 25, your livestock—water buffaloes included—will graze to trim your fields.
- They’re excellent milk producers: Water buffalo milk is packed with fat, protein, and minerals, making it perfect for creating dairy products. And yes, you’ll be able to do that too.
- They’re social, gentle, and intelligent: Despite their large size and power, water buffaloes are typically gentle and friendly. They form close connections with their herd and handlers, often displaying a calm and peaceful demeanor.
Mozzarella Magic: Explore New Dairy Productions
Water buffaloes are primarily raised for milk production. However, if dairy farming isn’t your focus, you can also breed and sell them for profit.
That said, with the growing demand for buffalo milk and mozzarella, it might be worth your while to dive into dairy and transport the fresh milk to new production facilities for processing.
Tiny but Mighty: Baby Buffalos Bring Joy to the Farm
By 18 months, water buffaloes reach maturity and begin producing milk as well as offspring. This means baby buffaloes will soon grace your pastures, and they’re absolutely adorable!
When purchasing from the local animal farmer, you have the choice of bringing home either young, cute water buffaloes or fully grown, powerful ones. She can also provide valuable tips on how to care for and manage your water buffaloes effectively on your farm.
