November 2005

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Agri-Tourism

Is There a Market?

People are turning to the family farm as a tourist destination for many reasons:

• a desire for peace and tranquillity
• interest in the natural environment
• disillusionment with overcrowded resorts and cities
• nostalgia for their roots on the farm
• rural recreation
• an inexpensive getaway
• curiosity about the farming industry and lifestyle