Päätilaisuus
Päätilaisuus is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "main farm" or "head farm." It refers to the primary farmstead within a historical or traditional rural settlement, especially in Finland. This central farm was typically the largest and most significant in the area, often owned by the wealthiest or most influential family. The päätilaisuus would serve as the economic and social hub for surrounding smaller holdings or crofts, which were often dependent on it for resources, labor, or land.
The concept of päätilaisuus played a crucial role in the organization of agricultural communities. It reflected
The decline of traditional agricultural practices and the modernization of rural life have led to a diminished