Agri-tourism combines agricultural activities with tourism, providing farmers with additional income streams while educating visitors about farming. Key strategies include offering farm stays, organizing harvest festivals, and providing hands-on experiences like fruit picking or cattle feeding. Diversifying activities to include cooking classes, nature trails, and workshops on sustainable practices can attract urban audiences seeking authentic rural experiences. Marketing plays a critical role; leveraging social media, local networks, and partnerships with travel agencies can expand reach. Agri-tourism fosters a deeper connection between consumers and food production while promoting rural development. By emphasizing sustainability and eco-friendly practices, farmers can appeal to environmentally conscious tourists, ensuring long-term success.
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Title : Monitoring, threats and conservation strategies for plant biodiversity in Greek forest ecosystems
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Stephen Jennewein, University of Florida, United States
Title : Soil degradation and methods to improve soil fertility – Bulgaria case
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