Lumberjacking !
by GoatIQ
Lumberjacking ! adds a chopping block that breaks logs into planks through a recipe, so wood is no longer turned into planks for free.
What it does
Logs and planks are processed on a new chopping block rather than converted automatically. Each wood type can have its own recipe, and the amount of planks produced and the wear placed on the tool both depend on that recipe. Oak, for example, takes more work to chop than birch. The mod adds recipes for most wood-based blocks, so players need to gather logs and process them in order to get planks.
Players who want a slower wood economy can use it on Fabric for 1.21.1. Client and server both run it, so the server and every player need the mod. Most features can be disabled or edited through a config file, and REI support is included. The source code is public and the mod is released under the MIT License, so it is open source.
Key features
Chopping block
A new block processes logs and planks according to recipes that the player fills in order.
Per-wood strength
Each wood type has a different chopping strength, so harder woods need more effort than softer ones.
Variable output and wear
The number of planks and the tool wear for each chop are set by the recipe that applies.
REI and config options
Recipes appear in REI, and most added features can be turned off or changed in the config file.
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Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
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How it compares
Quick Tree Chopper is a Fabric mod for 1.21.8 with a client and server environment, released under the MIT License and not open source. Log To runs on Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt for 1.21 – 1.21.11, and only the server needs it. Tree Capitator is a Fabric mod for 1.19 – 26.3 that the server requires, with the client optional, and it is released under the MIT License.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumberjacking ! | Fabric | 1.21.1 | Client and server | 2025-09-09 |
| Quick Tree Chopper | Fabric | 1.21.8 | Client and server | 2025-10-26 |
| Log To | Fabric, Forge, NeoForge and Quilt | 1.21 – 1.21.11 | Server required, client optional | 2026-02-11 |
| Tree Capitator | Fabric | 1.19 – 26.3 | Server required, client optional | 2026-10-12 |
Questions
Does Lumberjacking ! need to be installed on the server?
Which loader and game version does Lumberjacking ! support?
Can the chopping rules be changed?
In the catalog
Lumberjacking ! is one of 8,499 Technology mods on ModsFinder, and one of 4,201 Technology mods for Fabric. 32,366 mods support Minecraft 1.21.1.
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What the author says
This mod adds a new mechanic the chopping block! This will be needed in order to get planks from logs instead of magicaly turning raw wood into planks.
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/lumberjacking
- Owner
- GoatIQ
- Published
- 2025-08-28
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2025-09-09
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15