Agritourism | Food Systems

This guide from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture reinforces the importance of planning for agritourism activities as a way to help support existing farming enterprises, diversify local economies, and maintain rural character. It defines agritourism; offers a list of different types of agritourism activities; explains the economic, educational, and social benefits that agritourism provides to producers, consumers/tourists, and communities; and explores potential obstacles to agritourism. The report focuses on the importance of planning for agritourism as part of a community’s comprehensive planning process, and offers guidance in drafting an agritourism zoning ordinance.