Tourism /Agri Tourism
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Agri-Tourism: Sustainable Livelihood Through Rural Farm-Based Tourism in India
Agro-tourism, a lesser-known category within agriculture, is gaining momentum as people seek a slower pace of living and connection with rural areas. Farmers offer accommodation and curated experiences, benefiting both tourists and farmers.…
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"Tourism Has ‘Same Potential’ in India as Agriculture & Infrastructure": PM Modi
During a post-budget webinar on 'Developing Tourism in Mission Mode,' Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that tourism has the same potential in the country as agriculture, real estate, infrastructure, and textiles.…
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Kerala Farmers to Visit Israel for 'Exposure Tour'
Innovative farmers under 50 years of age, with at least 10 years of experience and more than one acre of farmland are being encouraged to apply.…
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Agri Hub: Dubai Will Soon Become World’s Largest Agritourism Destination
Agri Hub will provide local farmers with an opportunity to sell their products directly from their farms, while also offering visitors a new eco-friendly shopping, dining and education experience.…
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8 Craft Villages to Join ‘Linking Textile with Tourism’ Initiative
Craft Village will promote handicrafts as a viable and remunerative livelihood option for artisans in the clusters, thereby safeguarding the country's rich artisanal heritage. Approximately 1000 artisans will benefit directly from this programme across the country.…
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Government of J&K is Working Towards Increasing Tourism in The State
The states of Jammu and Kashmir are experiencing a downfall in tourist activities due to a lack of funds and inadequate infrastructure.…
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Agri-Tourism: Idukki Farmers to Provide Tourists with a 'Fresh from Farm' Experience
The Marayoor and Kanthalloor regions Idukki district are quickly becoming significant agritourism destinations, with winter vegetables, fruit farms, and jaggery production being the key draws. In addition to people arriving in their vehicles with their families, tour providers are now offering agricultural tours for visitors…
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ICAR Sponsored Agro-Tourism Trips Planned for College Students
College students will have now the option to tour agricultural colleges as part of a unique activity. The Association of Indian Universities and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research have inked an agreement to that effect.…
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Father of Agritourism - Pandurang Taware, helped 600 Farmers Earn Over Rs.58 Crore; Read His Story
Agritourism is a concept made popular in India by Pandurang Taware. The farmers associated with his venture say it has given a boost to their regular income.…
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10 Most Beautiful, Unexplored Travel Destinations To Visit in 2022
India is a land that is full of surprises! And, while tourism on the subcontinent is rapidly expanding, there are many hidden gems that only true travelers are aware of.…
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Agri-stays To Be OYO's Next Focus, says Ritesh Agarwal
Aggarwal says OYO recently piloted such agri-farm stays in homes in Kevadia and Gujarat, which garnered positive feedback from both guests and farmers.…
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Agency Areas in Visakhapatnam Will Soon Turn into Agri Tourism Hotspots
The government intends to develop few locations in the Visakha Agency region as agri-tourism hotspots with flower crops. Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) and Chintapalli Research Centre are supporting the initiative.…
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Uttarakhand Forest Department To Open A Tree House For Tourists In Nainital
In the Fato range of the Terai west forest division near Ramnagar in Nainital, the Uttarakhand forest department will open a tree home for tourists in early next year.…
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Kerala to Promote Homestead Farming & Farm Tourism to Attract Tourists
The Kerala government is trying to revive the devastated tourism sector due to corona pandemic. The Ministry of Tourism will introduce a number of new plans highlighting homestead farming and farm tourism.…
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10 Agriculture Destinations in India You Should Not Miss!
Agritourism is where ‘agriculture’ and ‘tourism’ meet offering people an amazing learning experience, whether it is a farm tour, a festival celebration or dessert-making class.…
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