I’ve set up a farm just like I usually do, but for some reason, my villagers aren’t breeding. I’ve provided them with plenty of bread and made sure there are enough beds, but it’s been days in real life, and still, nothing is happening. Could there be something I’m missing?
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Without more details on your setup, it’s hard to pinpoint the issue, but here are some common things to check. Make sure that the doorways are high enough for the villagers to recognize them and that trapdoors won’t block their pathfinding. Check if they are actually picking up the food you provide. Also, ensure that there’s enough space over the beds for the villagers to think they can stand on top without getting hurt. Additionally, beds should be within reach of the villagers, and each bed needs two full air blocks above so adults feel safe standing there. Lastly, if mobgriefing is false, villagers cannot pick up items, which would prevent breeding. A good tip for an automatic breeder is to use carrots since they have no waste byproduct.
A factor to consider is whether the villagers have access to the beds. They need to pathfind to the pillow end of the bed to register it. Make sure the space around the beds is tall enough—there should be a three-high air space so adults can fit. Also, ensure that you have one bed for every villager plus an extra for each baby you want. If food doesn’t seem to be the issue, maybe try experimenting with different breeder designs.
