Board Thread:Questions and Answers/@comment-12064279-20130712164717/@comment-7859073-20130725071555

It takes awhile to build up your farm so don't be discouraged. People who have fantastic farms and loads of supplies have been at the game for a long time, bought Hay Day coins with REAL money, or both. I am determined not to purchase diamonds or coins with real money, but the disadvantage is not having enough money for the next machine of more animals which results in not being able to complete boat and truck deliveries. But if you stick at it your money will soon build up.

As for friends, when you visit a farm you can "Follow" them by tapping the little bookmark button at the top of the screen above the smiley face. This allows you to visit their farm whenever by bookmarking their farm on the friends bar. I bookmark people who sell supplies super cheap.

Hope I helped :)