Rust: How to Grow Hemp for Scrap

Growing hemp in Rust is an effective way to generate scrap, a crucial resource for progressing in the game. This guide outlines the steps to set up a successful hemp farm and maximize your scrap profits.

  1. Set Up Your Farm

Location: Choose a safe and secluded location to reduce the risk of raids. The interior of your base or a hidden spot is ideal.

Planters and Seeds: Obtain large planters from the Bandit Camp for 30 scrap each[5]. Collect hemp seeds from looting or harvesting wild hemp plants.

  1. Planting and Growing Hemp

Soil and Water: Ensure your planters are placed on fertile ground or use fertilizers. Water the plants regularly using water barrels or catchers.

Lighting and Growth: Use artificial lighting if farming indoors to maximize growth. Natural daylight works if farming outdoors.

  1. Harvesting and Cloning

Harvesting: Once the plants are fully grown, harvest them for hemp fibers and seeds. Each hemp plant clipping produces two identical clones, allowing you to sustain your farm.

  1. Selling for Scrap

Trading: Take surplus hemp to the Bandit Camp, where you can trade 80 units of hemp for 10 scrap.

  1. Tips for Maximizing Scrap

Protect Your Farm: Secure your farming area to prevent raids. Raiders often avoid areas where they won’t gain much profit.

Efficient Farming: Continuously replant and expand your farm using the clones to maintain a steady supply of hemp.

By following these steps, you can create a reliable source of scrap through hemp farming, significantly enhancing your resources in Rust.