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What is Agritourism?
This is where local agriculture and tourism meet to produce an educational, fun and unique experience for all. It supplies farmers with income through diverse enterprises while providing enjoyable services for their visitors. This may be attending your town’s farmers market event, taking a tour of a micro-cidery, harvesting your own fruit at a nearby U-Pick or going for a family hayride. There are endless opportunities in which you can support as well as grow your own local agricultural industry through this up and coming sector.
Getting started in Agritourism Handbook
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Developing a Sustainable Trail on Your Land
Contact
Jarmila Haseler
Agriculture and Food System Educator
jh954@cornell.edu
(585) 753-2565
Last updated August 27, 2020
Agritourism Opportunities
Monroe County is full of agritourism experiences! These include:
- U-Pick: berries, apples, vegetables, pumpkins, Christmas trees and more
- Farm tours and open days
- Maple syrup farm pancake breakfast
- Hayrides, corn mazes and pumpkin patches
- Agricultural and horsemanship based summer camps
- Bed and breakfasts
- Wine, beer and cider tastings
- Local flower and honey shops
- Wedding venues
- Rental corporate and outdoor spaces
- Trail riding
- Petting zoos and exotic animal farms
- On-farm restaurants
- Cheese and wine trails
- And more!
For the Farmer
If you are interested in exploring agritourism opportunities as a main or a side business for your farm, read the “Getting started in Agritourism” handbook. Being a part of this rapidly growing business venture can be easier than you think but first go over our hand book to ensure that this is the right fit for you. For more information on agritourism you can contact the Agricultural Educator Jarmila Haseler.
For the Community
Do you want to have a great time while helping your local community? Look no further! Above are ideas for you to find the perfect weekend plans at a local farm. These fun and family friendly activities will let you be apart of Monroe County’s agricultural development. If you want to do even more then spread the word to buy and participate in local agritourism to your friends, coworkers and family. Check the CCE of Monroe Website for up and coming events you can participate in!