AutoAg

The AutoAg project is a critical developing point for the idea of the commune. By identifying and eliminating arbitrary transaction costs from the supply chain of food production, and by eliminating distribution waste and inefficient consumption and preparation methods, we reduce cost of living and time invested for all participants. By using best practices for efficiency such as hydroponics and aquaponics, we can invest some energy into automating the process and minimizing labor costs for maintaining our own food supply. We can utilize the ideas of Open Source ecology and build/maintain farm equipment for a fraction of the price. We can grow foods that are healthy but not common on the market due to low market appetites. Research shows people who decide what to plant eat healthier foods. The key to the commune is that operating costs are kept to an absolute minimum and surplus food is contributed towards a bed and breakfast a la yoga retreat that also provides a TED/Summer Camp like environment for innovation and creativity.

Axiom : No man will endeavor to produce that which he can more cheaply buy. - Adam Smith