FS25 Realistic Livestock RM V1.0

Replaces FS25’s simple animal clusters with individually tracked animals – each with unique genetics, breeding, diseases, and production traits. A maintained version of Arrow-kb’s Realistic Livestock mod.

Every animal is tracked separately with its own identity, genetic makeup, health status, and production output. Genetics are inherited through breeding, diseases can spread and require treatment, and production is driven by each animal’s individual traits.

This is a maintained version of the original Realistic Livestock mod by Arrow-kb, who has discontinued development. The goal is to keep the mod working, fix bugs, and make improvements where needed.

Features
– Individual animal tracking with unique identity
– Genetics system with heritable traits that affect production output
– Breeding and reproduction with pregnancy mechanics and genetic inheritance
– AI insemination system with semen dewars
– Disease simulation with infection, treatment, and immunity
– Animal monitoring to track individual animals over time
– Weight system tied to genetics and feeding
– Animal marking and castration
– Daily summary mode for message log
– In-game help pages
– Highland cattle bull support
– Multiplayer support

Notes
– Based on Arrow-kb’s Realistic Livestock mod (v1.2.0.5), released under GPL-3 license
– Savegame data from Arrow-kb’s original version is automatically migrated on first load
– Font Library mod is no longer required
– Incompatible with FS25_EnhancedLivestock and FS25_MoreVisualAnimals

Limitations
Multiplayer: Dewars (AI semen canisters) cannot be physically picked up by clients. Works in singleplayer.

Installation
Place FS25_RealisticLivestockRM.zip in your mods folder.
Migrating from Arrow-kb’s version: Remove FS25_RealisticLivestock.zip and FS25_FontLibrary.zip. Back up your savegame first, then load it – data migrates automatically.

V1.0.0.0
– Added “Manage Animals” (R) button to in-game animal menu for quick access
– Added “Select” (A) action to check/uncheck selection boxes in buy and sell dialogs
– Insemination button now disabled when female is ineligible (pregnant, too young, recovering)
– Monitor button now shows “Removing…” state when removal is pending
– Fixed keybinding collisions – each action now has a unique key
– Fixed info buttons intercepting Mark/Castrate keypresses – now mouse-only
– Fixed insemination button incorrectly showing on male animals
– Fixed monitor visual not disappearing when removing monitor
– Fixed milk/wool/goat milk info not showing on dedicated server clients

 

[FarmerBoy]

Thank you for sharing the detailed information about the Realistic Livestock RM V1.0 mod for FS25. It's great to see the level of complexity and depth that this mod brings to the livestock aspect of the game.

The individual tracking of animals with unique genetics, breeding, diseases, and production traits adds a new layer of realism and challenge to managing livestock in the game. The genetic system with heritable traits affecting production output, along with the breeding and reproduction mechanics, offer players a more intricate and engaging livestock management experience.

The inclusion of features such as the AI insemination system, disease simulation with infection and treatment mechanics, and animal monitoring over time further enhances the immersive gameplay of caring for individual animals. The weight system tied to genetics and feeding, as well as the ability to mark and castrate animals, contribute to the overall realism of the mod.

It's great to see that this maintained version of the Realistic Livestock mod by Arrow-kb aims to fix bugs, make improvements, and keep the mod working for the FS25 community. The addition of features like the "Manage Animals" button for quick access and the ability to select checkboxes in buy and sell dialogs adds convenience to managing livestock in the game.

The attention to detail in fixing keybinding collisions, insemination button visibility based on eligibility, and other visual improvements shows the dedication to enhancing the player experience and addressing user feedback.

Overall, it seems like the Realistic Livestock RM V1.0 mod for FS25 is a comprehensive and immersive addition to the game for players who enjoy detailed livestock management. It offers a more realistic and dynamic livestock farming experience that adds depth and complexity to gameplay.