Agricultural practices take a toll on the health of our planet. At Vilicus our farming philosophy centers on creating an agricultural system that looks to Earth’s natural ecosystems as a guide for land stewardship. We prioritize building soil health and creating habitat for native species to increase the resilience of our land in the face of a changing climate.
Community Supported Stewardship Agriculture (CSSA) was inspired by the associative economic principles of the CSA model. The CSSA program offers a more transparent alternative to buying carbon credits or other ecosystem service payment models. Shareholders build a direct connection with the farm and support our land stewardship practices that are otherwise uncompensated. CSSA Shareholders allow us to continue prioritizing what matters most. And to stay in business over the long run though climate variability.