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Modrinth · Minecraft mod
Forestry
Trees, bees and more.
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Quick answer
Which Forestry release should I use?
Latest stable file 5.8.2.427
Game version 1.12.2
Loader Forge
Forestry 5.8.2.427 targets 1.12.2 with Forge. Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Forestry required on the client, server, or both?
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
Client Optional
Dedicated server Optional
Loader for this release Forge
Required install it here Optional supported, not mandatory Not supported do not install here Source doesn’t say do not assume
The source marks this as usable on both the client and server.
What else does Forestry 5.8.2.427 need?
5.8.2.427. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Forestry without breaking your instance.
Built for Forestry 5.8.2.427. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
- 01
Stick to this file
Use 5.8.2.427. It targets 1.12.2 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
- 02
Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
Installation on the client is optional. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
- 04
Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 5.8.2.427. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Forestry add?
Forestry
Forestry deals with farming, renewable energy production as well as the breeding of trees, bees and butterflies in Minecraft.
Notable features
- Automatic Farms
- Bee breeding
- Tree breeding
- Butterflies
- Intelligent Backpacks
- Mail System
- Energy Production
- MultiFarm Orchard
Further information and news can be found on the official wiki (it's currently down due to COVID) or the official Discord server
Addons
- Binnie's Mods (Extra Bees, Extra Trees)
- Magic Bees
- Gendustry
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
Forestry by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
Minecraft version
1.6.4
1 loader buildMinecraft version
1.6.2
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1.5.2
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1.4.7
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1.4.6
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1.4.5
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1.4.2
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1.3.2
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1.2.5
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1.2.4
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1.2.3
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 13 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Forestry versions and loaders
5.8.2.427
forestry_1.12.2-5.8.2.427.jar
30 Dec 2025
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.12.2 · Forge setup 1.12.2Forge release
2.3.1.1
forestry-A-2.3.1.1.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.1.0
forestry-A-2.3.1.0.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.7
forestry-A-2.3.0.7.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.6
forestry-A-2.3.0.6.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.5
forestry-A-2.3.0.5.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.4
forestry-A-2.3.0.4.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.3
forestry-A-2.3.0.3.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.2
forestry-A-2.3.0.2.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.4 · Forge setup 1.6.4Forge release
2.3.0.1
forestry-A-2.3.0.1.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.2 · Forge setup 1.6.2Forge release
2.3.0.0
forestry-A-2.3.0.0.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.6.2 · Forge setup 1.6.2Forge release
2.2.8.4
forestry-2.2.8.4.jar
15 Jun 2023
Client Optional Server Optional Dependencies No extras listed Listed on Release listing
Check the 1.5.2 · Forge setup 1.5.2Forge release
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
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