Progress Update: Ground & terrain system

We're currently expanding our ground & terrain system that will connect soil conditions, vegetation, crops and machinery interaction within Ultimate Farmer.

Different layers of the ground will store data that directly influences the crops above them, allowing their condition and appearance to change based on what is happening in the soil. Moisture is one of the first parameters we're working with, affecting how vegetation develops across different areas and whether it appears healthy and green or begins to dry out.

As the system develops, additional parameters including fertilisation, diseases and pests will influence the condition and development of crops and vegetation.

Machinery will also interact directly with vegetation, with these changes taking place close to real time. Driving across grass will leave it visibly flattened behind the tractor, while working the same area with a cultivator will remove it completely.