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Palworld Dung (UNKO) Farming & Configuration Guide

Palworld Guide • Updated Jan 8, 2026

Palworld Dung (UNKO) Farming & Configuration Guide

Deep within Palworld's server settings lie cryptic variables like bActiveUNKO. While the name is unusual (UNKO = "Poop" in Japanese), these settings are absolutely critical for optimizing your server's farming economy, managing server performance, and maintaining a perfect balance between resource production and system stability. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about dung farming, configuration, and server optimization.

💩 What is UNKO?

Dung is the Japanese word for poop, and it's a vital fertilizer resource in Palworld.

🌾 Fertilizer Production

Dung is essential for High Quality Plantations and advanced farming.

⚙️ Performance Optimization

Proper dung configuration prevents server lag and item bloat.

Understanding Dung in Palworld

The UNKO System Explained

What is Dung (UNKO)?

  • Resource Type: Fertilizer material dropped by specific Pals
  • Primary Use: Essential ingredient for High Quality Plantations
  • Secondary Uses: Alternative fertilizer for standard plantations
  • Game Importance: Critical for end-game farming efficiency
  • Economy Impact: Valuable trading item on multiplayer servers

Why Configure Dung?

  • Performance: Too many dropped items cause server lag
  • Balance: Control dung availability for gameplay balance
  • Server Load: Manage total loose item count for stability
  • Economy: Prevent dung farming exploits or oversaturation
  • Storage: Prevent world save file bloat from excessive items

Core Configuration Variables

Server Settings Overview

bActiveUNKO

  • Purpose: Master toggle for dung drop system
  • Type: Boolean (True/False)
  • Default Value: Varies by Palworld version (True in latest)
  • Effect: When True = dung drops enabled; When False = no dung drops
  • Recommendation: Set to True for farming-focused servers

ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO

  • Purpose: Maximum number of dung items allowed in world
  • Type: Integer number
  • Default Value: 100 (varies by version)
  • Effect: Once limit reached, oldest dung items despawn
  • Optimization Range: 50-150 recommended for most servers

DropItemMaxNum (Global Setting)

  • Purpose: Maximum total loose items of all types in world
  • Type: Integer number
  • Default Value: 3000-5000 (varies by server specs)
  • Effect: Includes dung, eggs, wool, and other dropped items
  • Recommendation: 3000 (low spec) to 5000 (high spec)

Dung-Producing Pals

Ranch-Based Production

Best Dung-Producing Pals

Pal Name Element Production Rate Dung Per Minute
Vaelet Grass Fast ~1 dung/2 min
Verdash Grass Medium-Fast ~1 dung/3 min
Chillet Ice Medium ~1 dung/4 min
Gumoss Grass Slow-Medium ~1 dung/5 min
Cinnamoth Grass Slow ~1 dung/7 min

Ranch Setup for Dung Production

Step-by-Step Setup
  1. Build Ranch: Level 5 Technology, Wood x50, Stone x20, Fiber x10
  2. Enable UNKO: Ensure server config has bActiveUNKO=True
  3. Capture Pals: Capture dung-producing Pals from table above
  4. Assign to Ranch: Throw Pals into Ranch manually
  5. Automatic Collection: Pals automatically produce dung over time
  6. Collection: Walk over dung to collect into inventory
  7. Storage: Build storage chests near Ranch for convenience

Optimal Dung Farming Strategy

The High-Quality Plantation Setup

Dung is key ingredient for High Quality Plantations, which produce superior crops:

Building High Quality Plantations
  • Technology Level: Level 12 required
  • Construction: Build near your Ranch for efficiency
  • Dung Requirement: 1-2 dung per planting cycle
  • Yield Benefits: 2-3x crop production vs standard plantations
  • Quality Bonus: Higher chance for superior crops

Multi-Pal Dung Production

  • Best Producers: 3-4 Vaelet for maximum dung output
  • Diverse Team: Mix different element Pals for varied drops
  • Condensed Pals: Use Pal Essence Condenser on 4-star producers
  • Production Boost: Condensed Pals produce dung 2-3x faster
  • Capacity Planning: Multiple Ranches for higher production

Automated Collection System

  • Gathering Pals: Assign Pals with Gathering-3 skill
  • Automatic Pickup: Pals will collect dung automatically
  • Storage Proximity: Place chests within Pal gathering range
  • Efficiency Gain: +50% collection efficiency with automation
  • Base Design: Design Ranch layout for optimal Pal access

Server Performance Optimization

Managing Dung for Server Health

Performance Considerations

  • Item Bloat: Too many loose items cause server lag
  • Save File Size: Excessive items increase world save size
  • Network Traffic: Item sync overhead with too many objects
  • Player Experience: Item pop-in/desync issues
  • Crash Risk: Excessive items can destabilize server

Optimal Configuration Values

By Server Size
Server Type Recommended UNKO Limit Total Drop Limit Reasoning
Small Server (1-10 players) 50 dung 2000 total Adequate dung, low overhead
Medium Server (10-25 players) 100 dung 3500 total Balanced for production and performance
Large Server (25-32 players) 150 dung 5000 total Maximum dung with acceptable performance

Dynamic Management Strategies

  • Active Collection: Regularly collect dung from ground
  • Cleanup Scripts: Use server mods/plugins for item cleanup
  • Player Responsibility: Encourage community to collect items
  • Regular Restarts: Daily restarts clear accumulated items
  • Monitoring: Watch server performance metrics closely

Complete Configuration Guide

Implementing Dung Settings

Step-by-Step Configuration

Step 1: Access Server Settings
  1. Log into your server control panel
  2. Navigate to Basic Server Settings or Configuration
  3. Locate PalWorldSettings.ini editor
  4. Alternatively, access via File Manager in /Pal/Saved/Config/LinuxServer/
Step 2: Locate Dung Variables
  1. Scroll down to find OptionSettings section
  2. Use CTRL+F to search for "UNKO"
  3. Find bActiveUNKO and ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO
  4. Check for existing values (may be commented out)
Step 3: Configure Your Settings

# Enable Dung System (UNKO)
OptionSettings=(
    ...
    bActiveUNKO=True,              # Enable dung drops
    ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO=100,      # Max dung items in world
    DropItemMaxNum=3500,           # Total max loose items
    ...
)

# Disable Dung System
OptionSettings=(
    ...
    bActiveUNKO=False,             # Disable dung drops
    ...
)

# High-Production Configuration
OptionSettings=(
    ...
    bActiveUNKO=True,
    ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO=200,      # Allow more dung
    DropItemMaxNum=5000,           # Higher total limit
    ...
)
Step 4: Apply Changes
  1. Save configuration file
  2. Restart your server to apply changes
  3. Verify dung drops are working as expected
  4. Monitor server performance for 24 hours

Advanced Dung Management

🚀 Professional Server Administration

Seasonal Dung Configuration

Adjust dung settings based on server activity and seasons:

  • Active Periods: Higher limits when many players are online
  • Quiet Periods: Lower limits during low activity
  • Farming Events: Temporary increases for farming competitions
  • Seasonal Balance: Adjust based on crop/farming seasons

Community-Based Dung Economy

Integrate dung into your server's economic systems:

  • Dung Trading: Encourage players to trade excess dung
  • Fertilizer Market: Create dung-based trading posts
  • Rental Services: Players rent Pals for dung production
  • Cooperative Farming: Shared dung resources for projects

Performance Monitoring Tools

  • Item Counters: Plugins that track loose item counts
  • Performance Graphs: Monitor server FPS with dung enabled
  • Automated Cleanup: Scripts to remove excessive dung
  • Alert Systems: Notifications when item limits approached

Related Drop Rate Settings

Global Drop Configuration

Collection Drop Rate

  • Setting: CollectionDropRate
  • Purpose: Multiplier for gathering (Mining/Logging/Farming)
  • Default: 1.0 (Vanilla)
  • Range: 0.5 to 2.0 recommended
  • Effect: Higher = more drops, Lower = fewer drops

Enemy Drop Rate

  • Setting: EnemyDropItemRate
  • Purpose: Multiplier for loot from killed Pals/Humans
  • Default: 1.0 (Vanilla)
  • Range: 0.5 to 2.0 recommended
  • Effect: Applies to all drops including dung

Troubleshooting Dung Configuration

🔧 Common Issues & Solutions

Dung Not Dropping

Causes:

  • bActiveUNKO is set to False
  • Server not restarted after configuration change
  • No dung-producing Pals assigned to Ranch
  • Ranch capacity limit reached

Solutions:

  1. Verify bActiveUNKO=True in PalWorldSettings.ini
  2. Restart server after making configuration changes
  3. Assign dung-producing Pals to Ranch (Vaelet, etc.)
  4. Check Ranch capacity and collect existing dung

Server Lag with Dung

Causes:

  • ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO set too high
  • Too many dung-producing Pals on server
  • Players not collecting dung from ground
  • Total DropItemMaxNum exceeded

Solutions:

  1. Reduce ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO to 50-100
  2. Encourage players to collect dung regularly
  3. Implement item cleanup plugins/scripts
  4. Reduce total DropItemMaxNum if needed

Configuration Not Saving

Causes:

  • Editing wrong file (config vs save)
  • File permissions issues
  • Syntax errors in PalWorldSettings.ini
  • Control panel overrides manual changes

Solutions:

  1. Verify correct file path and filename
  2. Check file read/write permissions
  3. Review syntax for typos or missing commas
  4. Use control panel editor instead of manual editing

Best Practices & Recommendations

✅ Professional Administration Tips

Server Administration

  • Start Conservative: Begin with moderate dung limits
  • Monitor Performance: Watch server metrics for 24-48 hours
  • Gradual Increases: Raise limits incrementally if needed
  • Community Feedback: Gather player opinions on farming balance
  • Documentation: Keep records of all configuration changes

Player Communication

  • Announce Changes: Inform players about dung system changes
  • Explain Reasoning: Provide context for configuration decisions
  • Farming Guidelines: Document expected dung production rates
  • Performance Updates: Notify players of server optimizations
  • Feedback Collection: Regular surveys about farming experience

Frequently Asked Questions

What does UNKO mean?

UNKO (うんこ) is the Japanese word for "poop." The developers used this internal variable name, which appears in server configuration.

Do I need dung for basic farming?

No! Dung is only required for High Quality Plantations. Standard plantations work without dung, but produce lower yields and quality.

How many dung-producing Pals should I have?

For a single base, 3-4 Vaelet or Verdash provide excellent dung production. For large servers, recommend 10-15 dung producers across multiple bases.

Can I disable dung without disabling farming?

Yes! Set bActiveUNKO=False to disable dung drops while keeping all other farming systems functional. Players just won't have access to High Quality Plantations.

What happens if dung limit is reached?

When ItemDropMaxNum_UNKO is reached, the oldest dung items in the world will despawn to make room for new drops.

Is dung farming worth it for large servers?

Absolutely! High Quality Plantations with dung provide 2-3x crop production, making dung farming essential for large, food-secure communities.

How do I monitor dung production on my server?

Use server plugins like "Palworld Server Monitor" or check Palworld logs for dung-related entries. Some control panels also show active item counts.

Did you know? "UNKO" is literally the Japanese word for poop (うんこ). The developers likely left the internal variable name exposed rather than localizing it to "Dung" in the English version.

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