1. What is the Herb Profit Calculator?

The Herb Profit Calculator helps Old School RuneScape players determine the profitability of herb farming runs by calculating expected profit based on current market prices and expected yields.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• \( \text{Herb Price} \) — Current price per herb (in coins)
• \( \text{Yield} \) — Expected number of herbs per seed
• \( \text{Seed Price} \) — Cost of the seed
• \( \text{Cost} \) — Additional costs (compost, teleports, etc.)

Explanation: The formula calculates gross revenue from herb sales minus the total costs of seeds and other inputs.

3. Importance of Profit Calculation

Details: Calculating herb farming profits helps players make informed decisions about which herbs to plant, when to sell, and whether herb runs are worth their time compared to other money-making methods.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter current herb prices from the Grand Exchange, your average yield (typically 6-9 herbs per seed with ultracompost), seed price, and any additional costs. All values must be non-negative.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good profit per run?
A: Profits vary, but 100k+ per run is generally good. Snapdragons and ranarrs are often the most profitable.

Q2: How do I increase my herb yield?
A: Use ultracompost (+10% yield), magic secateurs (+10% yield), and complete the Farming Guild diaries for additional bonuses.

Q3: Should I include time costs?
A: This calculator shows raw profit. For profit per hour, divide by the time taken for a herb run.

Q4: What are typical additional costs?
A: Ultracompost (~1k per patch), teleport costs, and possibly payments to protect plants.

Q5: How often can I do herb runs?
A: Herb patches grow in 80 minutes. Most players do 4-6 runs per day for optimal profit.