Nir Moshe

Nir Moshe is a moshav in the northwestern Negev region where families operate their own farms while sharing equipment and services through cooperative arrangements. The settlement spreads across farmland with both crop fields and livestock areas supporting the local economy.

The settlement was established in 1953 by pioneers from Jerusalem, Haifa, and Herzliya who sought to build a farming community. It was named after Moshe Smiliansky, a prominent agronomist and writer who contributed to agricultural development in the region.

The moshav structure combines individual farm ownership with cooperative agricultural practices, fostering a balanced approach to community development and farming.

The moshav sits southeast of Sderot and is accessible by car through local roads in the Negev area. As a working agricultural community, visitors should be respectful of the farming operations and check locally about visiting guidelines.

The settlement originally operated under a different name during its early years before adopting its current designation. The name means Moshe's Meadow and honors an influential figure in the region's agricultural history.

Location: Merhavim Regional Council

Inception: 1953

Elevation above the sea: 145 m

GPS coordinates: 31.47770,34.63120

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:08