canals

Starting a survival world in Minecraft can be made easier by creating essential farms that automate resource gathering. Key farms to include are: 1. Crop farm: Grows wheat, carrots, and potatoes for food. Use water canals for irrigation and automate harvesting with villagers or pistons. 2. Mob farm: Collects resources from hostile mobs like gunpowder and bones. Build underground or in dark towers, using platforms and water channels for efficiency. 3. Iron farm: Provides a steady supply of iron ingots. Set up with villagers, beds, and a zombie to spawn golems, and use traps to collect iron. 4. Sugar cane farm: Grows sugar cane for crafting and trading. Plant near water and automate harvesting with pistons and observers, stacking crops for space efficiency. 5. XP and enchanting farm: Generates experience points for enchanting tools and armor. Use mob grinders with spawners or a furnace farm for smelting items for XP. These farms ensure a steady supply of food, gear, and resources, enhancing the overall Minecraft experience.