Mazes and Patches

Stay For The Fun, Learn About the Farm Farms as designations are a away for consumers to connect with what agriculture is about. There is an entertainment bent but it also represents an opportunity for farms and ranchers to be in front of people with their story. This AgChat conversation looks at how farming and tourism merge.

Complete Twitter conversation for AgChat on Agritourism.

• Raise your hand if you’ve ever visited a farm or ranch which you consider part of #Agritourism. Where is it located?
• What is your favorite #Agritourism activity? Any recommendations?
• For farmers/ranchers: What is needed to create a tourism farm/ranch?
• Have u ever considered opening a type of #Agritourism operation? What type? What’s preventing you from starting?
• Is #Agritourism a good business model to keep small farmers afloat?
• How do we ensure that #Agritourism doesn’t perpetuate farm stereotypes? Is it real story?
• How much does a farm tour cost for visitors? Does it depend on the type of farm?
• Should or could #agritourism businesses be doing more to teach non farm folks about agriculture? How?
• How has the increased globalization of the cattle industry affected #Agritourism ?
• When traveling, do u look for #Agritourism places? If so, what do u use to find them? Are there apps available?
• What would you like to see more of in #Agritourism ?