What Crops Regrow in Farming Simulator 22?

As any experienced virtual farmer knows, choosing the right crops to plant each season is key to profits and success in Farming Simulator 22 (FS22). Some crops must be replanted annually, while others regrow perpetually once planted. Let’s explore the top regrowing crops in FS22 and how to maximize yields from these renewable resources.

An Overview of Regrowing Crops

FS22 features a selection of crops that act as perennials, meaning they regrow year after year without needing to be replaced. These include sugarcane, grass, poplar trees, olives, and grapes. After the initial seed or sapling investment, these crops avoid the recurring sowing costs each season of annual crops like wheat, canola, or potatoes.

The regrowing crops may require specialized planters and harvesters, but save greatly on seeds and nursery costs over time. Regular fertilization is key to maintaining high yields on regrowing crops as they age. Proper harvesting techniques also prevent damage that could reduce future yields.

Overall, investing in the right regrowing crops generates renewable income year after year. Let’s look in detail at how each crop works and the profits they can produce.

Sugarcane – A Sweet Repeating Crop

Sugarcane is a profitable specialty crop that, once planted, will regrow indefinitely without reseeding in FS22. It does require a special sugarcane planter and harvester. Sugarcane takes 3 full growth cycles over 15 days each to reach initial harvest.

After the base growth time, sugarcane produces up to three harvests per season. Each harvest yields less crops than the previous, so fertilizing after every cut is advised. The table below shows sugarcane‘s growth stages and harvest yields:

Sugarcane Growth and Harvest Data

The base price for sugarcane is $42/1000L making it very profitable, especially when selling the maximum initial yield. Overall, the large harvests and renewable regrowth make sugarcane an excellent repeating crop.

Grass – The Gift That Keeps on Growing

Lush grass is many farmers‘ go-to crop in FS22 for good reason. It regrows freely after mowing or harvesting without needing reseeding. Grass only requires one day to reach harvest growth stage, so it can be cut multiple times per season.

Using fertilizer on grass fields after each harvest enables quick regrowth while maintaining maximum yield percentage. Rolling grass can further increase yields when starting fields. The swift harvest cycle makes grass an excellent source of regular income, hay for animals, and silage for biogas production.

Grass Regrowth Data

With proper fertilization, large grass fields can produce 500,000L+ worth $120,000+ per harvest cycle. The continuous regrowth and versatile uses make grass an essential crop for every virtual farm.

Poplar Trees – A Renewable Wood Resource

Poplar trees are a profitable forestry crop as they regrow after logging without needing replanting. Once saplings mature after 30 days, poplar trees can be harvested every 2 years continuously.

Fertilizer applied after logging helps poplar trees regrow faster for the next harvest. Logging poplar trees requires a feller or chainsaw and a log forwarder. The harvest cycle for poplar trees is:

Poplar Tree Regrowth Data

Each fully grown poplar tree provides 600-800L of logs worth $120-160. The regular harvests and high value make poplar a go-to renewable forestry crop. The logs can also be turned into woodchips for increased profits.

Olives – An Oil-Producing Orchard Crop

New to FS22, olive trees are a permanent crop that regrow each year after planting. No orchard redevelopment is needed. Olives require specialized equipment like theORM Olive Tree Planter and Olivenpress Trailer.

Olives take 120 days to fully mature but then produce two harvests per season. Fertilizing regularly after harvest ensures optimal fruit yields. Each olive tree yields 600L olives worth $1200, or $3000 worth of olive oil.

Olive Grove Harvest Data

With proper management, an olive orchard can turn a nice profit and create a steady oil production operation.

Grapes – A Fruitful Permanent Vineyard

Grapevines are another new permanent crop in FS22. Once established, a vineyard will continue producing without replacing vines. Specialized grape equipment like grape harvesters is needed.

Grapevines take 120 days to mature initially but then produce two harvests per season. Fertilizing after harvest maintains yields. Each grape plant produces 280L grapes worth $350, or $1400 as grape juice.

Grapevine Regrowth Data

With some patience establishing the vineyard, grapes can become a nice recurring source of wine-making income.

Tips for Managing Regrowing Crops

• Use crop rotation for improved soil health – try alternating sugarcane and cotton.

• Leave stubble and roots after harvesting sugarcane and grapes to regrow.

• Use weeding between regrowing crop cycles to maximize fertility.

• Check soil levels – fertilizing replaces nutrients for peak regrowth.

• Adjust harvester settings to avoid damaging or uprooting regrowing crops.

• Sell initial harvests for profit then process later harvests into products.

• Calculate input costs vs long-term profits to optimize regrowing operations.

Key Takeaways

• Permanent crops like sugarcane, grass, poplar trees, olives, and grapes regrow perpetually after planting in FS22.

• Avoiding reseeding/replanting costs each year improves long-term profit margins.

• Specialized planters and harvesters are needed for some regrowing crops.

• Fertilizer is essential for maintaining high yields on regrowing crops over time.

• Regrowing crops provide renewable sources of income from a one-time land investment.

Mastering regrowing crops is key for profitable, sustainable virtual farming. With proper management, these permanent plantings can take your FS22 operation to the next level. Now get out there, plant some regrowers, and let the recurring harvests roll in!