Stardew Valley Best Crops Fall: Maximize Your Autumn Profits (1.6 Update)
The most profitable crops to plant in Fall in Stardew Valley 1.6 — maximize gold before winter with the right planting picks and Artisan processing.
Fall is where your farm can really print gold. Pick the right seeds — Fall has some of the highest-value crops in the game. Whether you're after artisan goods or quick cash, these are the best planting picks.
Quick Summary / key takeaways
- Cranberries are the undisputed champions of raw profit for casual farming.
- Pumpkins offer the highest single-harvest value, perfect for turning into preserves or juice.
- Rare Seeds (Sweet Gem Berries) are the best long-term investment for serious profit.
- Utilize Quality Fertilizer early to ensure your harvests are silver, gold, or iridium quality.
1. The High-Profit Kings: Cranberries and Pumpkins
Pumpkin (13 days to grow)
Cranberries (7 days to grow, multi-harvest)
If you want to maximize your gold, Cranberries are your best friend. Because they are a multi-harvest crop, they continue producing throughout the season, providing a steady stream of income. Plant them as early as possible on Day 1 to maximize the number of harvests you get before the end of the month.
Pumpkins, on the other hand, are the best choice for players looking to utilize Preserves Jars or Kegs. While they take 13 days to mature, their base value is significantly higher than most other crops. If you manage to get a Giant Crop (by planting a 3x3 grid), you can harvest them with an axe for a massive yield.
2. The Long-Game: Rare Seeds
Sweet Gem Berry (24 days to grow)
For players who have saved up their gold, the Rare Seed is a must-have. Purchased from the Traveling Cart for 1,000g, these seeds take the entire season to mature. However, the resulting Sweet Gem Berry sells for a minimum of 3,000g each.
- Plant these as early as possible—ideally on Fall 1st.
- Use Speed-Gro to ensure they mature before the season ends on the 28th.
3. Budget-Friendly Options: Wheat and Corn
Don't overlook Wheat and Corn. While they aren't as flashy as Pumpkins, they are extremely affordable and can be planted late into the season.
Pro-tip: Wheat is fantastic for filler space because it can be harvested with a scythe, saving you time, and it can be processed into Beer using a Keg, which significantly increases its value.
Fall Crop Profit Comparison
Compare the maturation times, seed investments, and daily profit yields of the top Fall crops in Stardew Valley:
| Crop Name | Growth Cycle | Seed Cost | Base Sell Price | Estimated Gold/Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranberries | 7 days (regrows every 5 days) | 240g (Pierre) | 75g (2+ per harvest) | ~18.9g/day |
| Pumpkin | 13 days (single harvest) | 100g (Pierre) | 320g | ~16.9g/day |
| Sweet Gem Berry | 24 days (single harvest) | 1,000g (Traveling Cart) | 3,000g | ~83.3g/day |
| Artichoke | 8 days (single harvest) | 30g (Pierre) | 160g | ~16.3g/day |
| Corn | 14 days (regrows every 4 days) | 150g (Pierre) | 50g | ~9.6g/day |
Cranberries remain the most practical multi-harvest earner for raw gold, whereas Pumpkins provide higher value when converted into artisan pickles or juice.
Expert Tips for Fall Success
To truly master Fall farming, keep these 1.6 version tips in mind: Always check the Traveling Cart on Fridays and Sundays for rare seeds. Additionally, ensure you have your Quality Sprinklers set up before the season begins so you aren't wasting energy watering crops by hand. If you have the Agriculturalist profession, you can shave off precious days from your growth times, allowing for an extra harvest of Cranberries or Pumpkins!
Related on StardewHub
- Best Spring Crops — plan the season before Fall rolls around.
- Keg & Artisan Goods — turn Fall crops into wine for far more gold.
- Greenhouse Guide — keep Cranberries growing year-round.
Updated for Stardew Valley 1.6.