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There are several different vendors throughout Stardew Valley, allowing you to purchase a wide range of items. Back with the 1.4 update, we were introduced to the Desert Trader. Here, you will be able to trade for new items that may be hard to get elsewhere.
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The Desert Trader is a mysterious vendor who does not accept gold. In this guide, we are going to go over everything you need to know about the Desert Trader. First, let's take a look at where you can find them.
Desert Trader Location
The Desert Trader is located on the righthand side of the Calico Desert. There will be a wooden fence surrounding an area with the vendor's tent next to a camel.
To get here, you will need to have the bus repaired. This can be done by completing the Vault Bundle at the Community Center. Once the bus is repaired, you can head to the Desert Trader.
This vendor will always be open, except when the Night Market occurs from Winter 15 to 17. This means that if you use a warp totem or obelisk to the desert before the bus is running for the day, you can still purchase items from the Desert Trader.
Permanent Stock
Rather than purchasing items for gold at the Desert Trader, you will trade items. Below, you can find their permanent stock as well as the price. These items will always be available.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Artifact Trove | 5 Omni Geodes |
| Bomb | 5 Quartz |
| Mega Bomb | 5 Iridium Ore |
| Spicy Eel | 1 Ruby |
| Triple Shot Espresso | 1 Diamond |
| Warp Totem: Desert | 3 Omni Geodes |
| Butterfly Hutch | 200 Bat Wings |
| Green Turban | 50 Omni Geodes |
| Birch Double Bed | 1 Pearl |
| Recipe — Warp Totem: Desert* | 10 Iridium Bars |
*The Desert Warp Totem recipe is a one-time purchase
Rotating Stock
In addition to a permanent stock, you can find a rotating stock. These items will vary depending on what days you visit. Below, you can find a full list of all items in the rotating stock, as well as the price and when they are available.
| Item | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Hay (3) | 1 Omni Geode | Mondays |
| Fiber | 5 Stone | Tuesdays |
| Cloth | 3 Aquamarine | Wednesdays |
| Magic Rock Candy | 3 Prismatic Shards | Thursdays |
| Cheese | 1 Emerald | Fridays |
| Spring Seeds | 2 Summer Seeds | Saturdays |
| Summer Seeds | 2 Fall Seeds | Saturdays |
| Fall Seeds | 2 Winter Seeds | Saturdays |
| Winter Seeds | 2 Spring Seeds | Saturdays |
| Staircase | 1 Jade | Sundays |
| Magic Turban | 333 Omni Geodes | Even-numbered Days (2, 4, 6, etc.) |
| Magic Cowboy Hat | 333 Omni Geodes | Odd-numbered Days (1, 3, 5, etc.) |
| Void Ghost Pendant* | 200 Void Essence | Any time if you have max hearts with Krobus and are not married (only 1 available) |
*The Void Ghost Pendant is needed when you ask Krobus to become your roommate. Check out our guide on becoming roommates with Krobus for more information.
Desert Trader At The Night Market
As mentioned earlier, the Desert Trader will not be at their usual spot in the Calico Desert during the Night Market. From Winter 15 to 17, you can find the Desert Trader sitting on the docks of the beach. Talk to them during the Night Market to receive one free coffee. For more information, be sure to check out our complete guide on the Night Market.
That's all there is to the Desert Trader. Start saving up material to purchase some new items!
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