Moshav (cooperative agricultural community)

A moshav is a type of cooperative agricultural community common in Israel, where each family owns and manages its own farm or home. Members work together in certain activities like marketing or purchasing supplies, sharing resources to reduce costs. Unlike communal communes, individual families retain private ownership and decision-making over their property, but they cooperate to benefit from collective resources and support. This model balances private enterprise with communal collaboration, fostering a strong sense of community while maintaining individual independence in farming and livelihood activities.