Setting up an Ecosystem Hub

How to connect multiple sanctuaries into a bioregional network.

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The Ecosystem plan allows a "Hub" sanctuary to connect with multiple "Node" sanctuaries. This is ideal for Community Land Trusts (CLTs) or coalitions of farms.

How to Connect

  1. Upgrade to Ecosystem: Only the Hub needs to be on the Ecosystem plan. Nodes can be on Village or even Seedling plans.
  2. Admin Rights: You must be an Admin of both the Hub and the Node to initiate the connection. This prevents spam linking.
  3. Go to Settings > Ecosystem: In the Hub, click "Add Node" and select the sanctuary you wish to link.

What is Shared?

  • The Commons Library: Scrolls marked as "Shared to Commons" in the Hub become visible in all Nodes (read-only).
  • The Shed (Optional): If "Shared Resources" is enabled, members can see assets (like tractors) available for booking across the network.
  • Federation Proposals: The Hub can broadcast proposals that appear in the Council of every Node for local voting.