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Agritourism is a type of experiential travel which connects people to product or produce, delivered on farming land through a direct “on farm” experience. Agritourism is made up of four essential elements:
Recent adverse farming conditions such as bushfires, floods and droughts, have highlighted how precarious life on the land can be, reminding many that a diversified income, social network and skillsets for expanding families can sustain communities and businesses in difficult times.
Agritourism’s strengths of space, distance and simplicity have proven appealing after the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns, furthering the demand for farm-based holiday stays and experiences. Additionally, the CSIRO estimates that agritourism in Australia will reach $18.6Billion by 2030.
The MidCoast Region is well-positioned to enable agritourism offerings and contribute to the local economy.
Below are some resources to assist you through the planning and development of agritourism experiences: