Farming Simulator 25: Paper Factory Guide

Ready to turn your logs into profit in Farming Simulator 25? Whether you’re considering placing a new Paper Mill or optimizing your existing one, my guide covers it all—from setup to maximizing your production efficiency. I’ll break down everything from input management to choosing the right tools, plus a profitability comparison between the Paper Mill and Sawmill. And yes, I’ve sprinkled in a few tips to make your farming life easier—because who doesn’t love saving time while making more cash?

Paper Factory Guide

The Paper Mill in Farming Simulator 25 is more than just another production facility—it’s a strategic investment that transforms your raw wood into high-value products like Carton Rolls and Paper Rolls. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything from placing and buying the Paper Mill to managing production inputs and outputs!

Placing & Buying the Paper Mill

If your map already has a Paper Mill (like Riverbend Springs), great! If not, you can manually place one.

Buying an Existing Paper Mill

• Find it on your map and hit “Visit”.
• Look for the wrench icon, walk up to it, and confirm your purchase.
• To sell it later:
  1. Open the Build Menu.
  2. Select the factory and hit “Sell” (there’s a slight resale loss).

Placing a New Paper Mill

1. Open Build Mode > Factories.
2. Scroll to the Paper Mill ($525,000).
3. Place it where you want.

If you change your mind, use the same process to sell it.

Production Inputs & Using the Paper Mill

The Paper Mill needs wood—plain and simple. You can move logs manually or use trailers. Need a refresher on forestry? Make sure to check out my complete guide on Forestry in Farming Simulator 25!

Adding Wood to the Mill

• Dump the logs at the icon near the Paper Mill.
• Walk up to the exclamation mark icon and press R to deposit the wood.

There are a few ways to manage your Paper Mill:

• In-Game Menu > Productions > Select Paper Mill.
• Walk up to the wrench icon and press R.
• Open the map, click the Paper Mill, and hit Manage.

Inside, you’ll see two recipes:

• Carton Rolls
• Paper Rolls

Each runs at 24 cycles per month using wood. You can adjust your production pace based on your game’s time settings.

Paper Factory Outputs & Profitability

There are three ways to handle your products:

1. Storing: Pallets spawn until space runs out.
2. Selling: Auto-sells, but with 20-40% fees.
3. Distributing: Sends products to other factories (though in FS25, no factories need Carton or Paper Rolls yet).

Each pallet holds 3,000 units, making them larger than standard pallets but manageable with regular equipment.

Profitability Overview

Here’s where it gets interesting! Let’s break it down:

Each product runs 24 cycles a month if only one is active. But here’s the catch: running both at once splits the cycles in half—12 cycles per product. So, choose wisely depending on your strategy. My profitability chart is based on normal economy mode, but if you have different prices, don’t sweat it.

Moving Pallets

To move pallets, you’ll need a pallet fork attachment compatible with various equipment types:

• Tractor with a Front Loader:
  The most versatile and widely available option.
• Front Loader:
  Ideal for heavier loads.
• Telehandler:
  Offers extended reach, perfect for stacking pallets.
• Wheel Loader:
  Overkill for small tasks but excels with large, heavy pallets.
• Skid Steer Loader:
  Compact and maneuverable for tight spaces.
• Forklift:
  Dedicated to pallet handling, great for warehouse-like setups.

Tip: If you’re handling large forestry pallets (e.g., wood beams), a Wheel Loader is recommended for stability and ease.

Check for Front Loader Compatibility:

• Go to the store and select your tractor.
• Look for the option to add a Front Loader attachment.
• Confirm customization and ensure your tractor’s horsepower matches the required loader specifications.

Selecting the Right Tools:

• Match your loader with the appropriate pallet fork.
• Navigate to the store menu:
  • Front Loader → Front Loader Tools.
  • Telehandler → Telehandler Tools.
  • Wheel Loader → Wheel Loader Tools.
  • Skid Steer → Skid Steer Tools.
• Choose the correct pallet fork and attach it.

Connecting Attachments:

• Line up your vehicle with the pallet fork.
• Press Q to attach or detach.
• Drive up to the pallet, lower the fork, and lift it by adjusting the controls shown in the upper-left corner.
• For PC users, use the mouse to control the fork. For console players, refer to the displayed controls.

Choosing the Right Tool for the Job:

• For Small to Medium Loads:
  • A Forklift or Skid Steer is efficient and maneuverable.
• For Large or Heavy Loads:
  • Consider a Wheel Loader for stability and lifting capacity.
• Need Flexibility?
  • A Telehandler offers a good balance between reach and load capacity, making it ideal for stacking pallets.

Paper Mill vs. Sawmill: Is the Paper Mill Worth It?

I’ve seen this debate pop up quite a bit in the community, and honestly, it’s a valid concern. Let’s break down the numbers and practicality to see which option works best for your farming setup in Farming Simulator 25! The argument here is that the Paper Mill uses more wood but only provides a slight profit boost over a Sawmill. If we compare:

If you have two Sawmills, splitting your wood between them would outperform a single Paper Mill in terms of raw profitability.

• Paper Mill: Requires double the wood input compared to a Sawmill. Outputs higher-value products, but the profit margin per unit of wood is only about $1,000 more.
• Sawmill: Uses half the wood for comparable profits.

Paper Mill Pallets:

• Each holds 3,000L of product.
• Fewer pallets mean less forklifting, which can be a huge time saver.
• You can easily stack two pallets, optimizing storage and transport efficiency.

Sawmill Pallets:

• Over time, managing all those pallets can feel like more of a grind, especially if you’re running a larger operation.
• Produces smaller pallets, meaning more handling is required.

If you’re looking for pure profit per input, the Sawmill is technically more efficient. But, let’s be real—time is money in Farming Simulator 25. Fewer pallets mean:

• Less time loading and transporting.
• More focus on other tasks like expanding your farm or running other factories.
• Fewer headaches dealing with cluttered production areas.

Personally, I see the Paper Mill as a long-term time-saver. Yes, you sacrifice a bit of wood efficiency, but in return, you gain operational efficiency. For those of us who prefer streamlined gameplay without constantly managing pallets, the Paper Mill can be a game-changer.

So, it really comes down to your farming style:

• Maximizing profit? Stick with Sawmills.
• Optimizing time and reducing pallet handling? Go with the Paper Mill.