So, I'm reading some definitions of a socialist economic structure and I see that this collective ownership type structure is based upon prodcution to meet goals, not to make profits. While I see the point of this, isn't this a bit hard to judge, as you would have a harder time adjusting I would think to forces beyond your control... examples like weather, wars, etc. come to mind...

I also see that the goals appear to be production of only what is necessary, eliminating overproduction and 'luxuries', which while effective at keeping a society alive, how would that affect the morale of the general workers, as well as those who have the means to design/improve production...

Another question, is there a society that you feel comes closest to this socialistic economic model?

And one more, in a socialistic economy, how do you motivate the workers? How do you encourage production and growth? The exploration of new ideas, etc.?