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# Farming Economics & SPORE Token
Understanding how ThreeFold farmers earn money and the role of SPORE tokens in the ecosystem.
## What is SPORE?
**SPORE** is the native token of the ThreeFold ecosystem. Think of it as your reward for providing compute, storage, and network resources to the decentralized grid.
### Key Facts About SPORE
| **Feature** | **Details** |
|-------------|-------------|
| **Current Price** | $0.01 USD per SPORE (fixed until June 30, 2026) |
| **Price After 2026** | Will float based on market demand |
| **What You Earn** | SPORE tokens for providing capacity |
| **Maximum Supply** | 10 billion SPORE (capped) |
| **Utility** | Payment for farmers, ecosystem growth token |
### Why SPORE Value Should Increase
1. **Burning reduces supply** - 10% of all revenue burns SPORE, shrinking total supply
2. **Demand increases** - As more users adopt ThreeFold, demand for SPORE grows
3. **Fewer tokens + more demand = higher price**
---
## How Revenue Works
When users rent your node's resources, payments are distributed automatically:
```mermaid
graph LR
A[User Pays for Resources] --> B[80% to Farmer<br/>SPORE Tokens]
A --> C[10% Burned<br/>Removed from circulation]
A --> D[10% ThreeFold<br/>Development]
B --> E[Your SPORE Balance Increases]
C --> F[Total SPORE Supply Decreases<br/>Each token worth more]
D --> G[Funds development<br/>of the ecosystem]
```
### Revenue Split Example
**User pays $10 for compute resources:**
| **Recipient** | **Amount** | **What Happens** |
|---------------|------------|------------------|
| **You (Farmer)** | $8 (800 SPORE) | Added to your balance |
| **Burned** | $1 (100 SPORE) | Permanently destroyed |
| **ThreeFold** | $1 (100 SPORE) | Funds development |
---
## What Happens When SPORE is Burned?
Burning is like **removing tokens from circulation permanently**. Here's why this is good for farmers:
### The Simple Math
**Price = Market Demand ÷ Available Supply**
- **Without burning**: Supply stays constant, price rises slowly with demand
- **With burning**: Supply shrinks, price rises much faster
### Example Over Time
| **Year** | **SPORE Burned** | **Remaining Supply** | **Effect on Price** |
|----------|------------------|---------------------|-------------------|
| Year 1 | 1 billion | 9 billion | ↑ 11% scarcity |
| Year 2 | 2 billion | 7 billion | ↑ 30% scarcity |
| Year 3 | 3 billion | 6 billion | ↑ 40% scarcity |
| Year 4 | 4 billion | 6 billion | ↑ 67% scarcity |
*Your SPORE holdings become more valuable as supply decreases*
---
## Managing Your SPORE Earnings
You have three main options with your earned SPORE:
### Option 1: Hold (Recommended)
**Keep your SPORE to benefit from price appreciation**
- ✅ **Price growth potential** - Burning reduces supply
- ✅ **Long-term wealth building** - Early holders benefit most
- ✅ **No action needed** - Just let it grow
### Option 2: Convert to Stable Currency
**Swap SPORE for Cloud Credits (CC) for stability**
- ✅ **Stable value** - CC pegged to gold
- ✅ **Predictable budgeting** - No price volatility
- ✅ **Can convert back** - Future flexibility
### Option 3: Sell for Real Money
**Convert SPORE to USD, EUR, or other currencies**
- ✅ **Immediate cash** - Use for other investments
- ✅ **Liquidity** - Access to real-world money
- ❌ **Miss appreciation** - Give up future growth
---
## Real Earning Scenarios
### Scenario 1: Mini 1 Node at 50% Utilization
| **Parameter** | **Calculation** | **Result** |
|---------------|-----------------|------------|
| Hardware Cost | $350 one-time | - |
| Monthly Revenue | 7 slices × $6 | $42/month |
| Your Share (80%) | $42 × 0.80 | $33.60/month |
| In SPORE | $33.60 ÷ $0.01 | 3,360 SPORE/month |
| Annual Earnings | 3,360 × 12 | 40,320 SPORE/year |
| At Current Price | 40,320 × $0.01 | $403.20/year |
### Scenario 2: Edge AI Node at Full Hosting
| **Parameter** | **Value** |
|---------------|-----------|
| Purchase Price | ~$2,000 (varies) |
| Monthly Earning | 6,667 SPORE (€66.67) |
| Annual SPORE | 80,004 SPORE/year |
| At Current Price | $800.04/year |
| Break-even Time | ~2.5 years |
### Scenario 3: Nvidia 6000 at High Utilization
| **Parameter** | **Value** |
|---------------|-----------|
| Hardware Cost | $15,000 |
| Monthly Earning | 225,000 SPORE ($2,250) |
| Annual Earnings | $27,000/year |
| ROI | 180% annually |
*Results vary based on utilization, market demand, and network growth*
---
## SPORE vs Other Options
| **Investment** | **SPORE Farming** | **Traditional Server** | **Cloud Hosting** |
|----------------|-------------------|----------------------|-------------------|
| **Initial Cost** | $350-$15,000 | $2,000-$50,000 | $0 upfront |
| **Ongoing Revenue** | SPORE tokens | None | None |
| **Ownership** | Full control | Full control | None |
| **Market Risk** | Token volatility | Hardware depreciation | None |
| **Earning Potential** | Growing + appreciation | None | None |
---
## Benefits for Early Farmers
### Why Start Now?
1. **Fixed SPORE price** - $0.01 until June 2026 (predictable earnings)
2. **Network growth** - More users = more demand = higher prices
3. **Burning benefits** - Your holdings become scarcer over time
4. **First-mover advantage** - Lower competition for hosting demand
### Risk Considerations
- **Hardware investment** - Nodes require upfront cost
- **Token volatility** - SPORE price may fluctuate after 2026
- **Market demand** - Earnings depend on network adoption
- **Competition** - More farmers = more supply to compete with
---
## Getting Started with SPORE
### Step 1: Set Up Your Node
[Follow our setup guide](/getstarted/farming/setup) to get your node online and earning SPORE automatically.
### Step 2: Monitor Your Earnings
- **Dashboard tracking** - View SPORE balance and earning history
- **Monthly reports** - Track utilization and revenue trends
- **Price monitoring** - Watch SPORE market developments
### Step 3: Manage Your Portfolio
- **Start holding** - Benefit from early price stability
- **Consider hybrid approach** - Keep some SPORE, convert some to CC
- **Stay informed** - Follow ThreeFold developments
---
## Common Questions
<details>
<summary><strong>When will I start earning SPORE?</strong></summary>
As soon as your node is online and starts providing capacity. The first earnings typically appear within 24-48 hours of going live.
</details>
<details>
<summary><strong>Can I lose money farming?</strong></summary>
Your SPORE earnings depend on utilization. Even with minimal usage, bid tiers ensure some baseline revenue. Hardware costs are one-time, so long-term farming should be profitable.
</details>
<details>
<summary><strong>What if SPORE price drops?</strong></summary>
The burning mechanism (10% of revenue) creates upward pressure on price. SPORE price is fixed at $0.01 until June 2026, providing stability during the early period.
</details>
<details>
<summary><strong>How often do I get paid?</strong></summary>
SPORE accumulation is continuous and automatic. You can check your balance anytime in the dashboard.
</details>
---
## Resources
- **[SPORE Token Details](/getstarted/farming/economics)** - Deeper dive into tokenomics
- **[Community Forum](https://forum.threefold.io)** - Discussions with experienced farmers
- **[Market Data](https://stats.grid.tf)** - Real-time SPORE and network statistics
- **[Farming Manual](https://manual.grid.tf/farmers)** - Technical implementation details
---
:::tip Ready to Start Earning?
Set up your first node and begin earning SPORE today: **[Setup Guide](/getstarted/farming/setup)**
:::