Agritourism or agrotourism involves any agriculturally based operation or activity that brings visitors to a farm or ranch . It encompasses a wide range of activities, including direct-to-consumer sales such as farm stands and u-pick, agricultural education through school visits, hospitality services like overnight farm stays, recreational activities such as hunting and horseback riding, and entertainment events like hayrides and harvest dinners. These activities provide an additional source of income for farmers and help sustain small-scale farms.
17-789: Muar may refer to Muar District , a district in Johor, Malaysia Muar (town) , a town in the Muar District Muar (federal constituency) , a parliament federal constituency in Johor, Malaysia Muar River (Malaysia) , is a river which flows through Muar District, Malaysia Other [ edit ] Muar River (Mozambique) , is a stream which flows through in Sofala province, Mozambique See also [ edit ] Muar Municipal Council Muar Municipal Council FC Muar Bypass Muar State Railway Muar Trade Centre Topics referred to by
34-498: A farm), hospitality (overnight farm stays ), recreation (e.g., hunting, horseback riding ), and entertainment (e.g., hayrides , harvest dinners). Most agritourists spent time visiting farm stands, picking fruit, or feeding animals; others may navigate a corn maze or do a farm stay, assisting with chores or agricultural or ranch work. Agricultural tourism has become a necessary means for many small farms’ survival. By diversifying business operations, farm operators are able to ensure
51-520: A greater appreciation for agricultural practices and local food systems. Many countries have embraced agritourism, implementing programs and initiatives to support and promote this sector. A 2018 article published in the Journal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development classified agritourism activities as falling into one or more categories: direct-to-consumer sales (e.g., farm stands , u-pick ), agricultural education (e.g., schools visits to
68-470: A more stable income. This is because agritourism activities can occur during times of the year that crops may not be in season, and by providing a completely separate stream of income. Some studies have found that agritourism operations often benefit their surrounding communities by drawing tourists to the area. The economic boost by the increase in traffic can be beneficial to rural areas in need of diversified streams of income. The development of agritourism
85-998: A sunflower enclosing a farm. The classification (from 1 to 5 marks) represents the level of comfort, the variety of services and the quality of the natural environment that each farm is able to offer. This system was implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, in cooperation with all regional and national agritourism associations. The national system thus offers an overall guarantee which still takes account of specific regional characteristics. In Israel, historical agricultural practices attract visitors to sites such as Ein Yael , Neot Kedumim , and Kfar Kedem . These locations showcase traditional methods like terraced farming and ancient irrigation. Tourists can engage in activities such as grape stomping and olive pressing. Israel's agriculture features crops like grapes, olives, dates, and wheat, which have historical significance. The Wine Route and Olive Route in
102-570: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Muar District The Muar District is a district in Johor , Malaysia . Muar is located at the mouth of the Muar River , on the coast of the Straits of Malacca. The Muar District covers 1,354 km (523 sq mi), with a population of 233,779 (2010). The district borders Tangkak District to
119-630: Is directly or indirectly dependent on agriculture and allied activities. Similarly, agriculture accounts for 26% of India's GDP. Maharashtra and Kerala are the states in India that are taking advantage of the potential of agritourism. In Maharashtra Agritourism is promoted by the Agri Tourism Development Corporation. Kuttanad, Wayanad, Palakkad and Idukki are some of the important agricultural areas in Kerala. The 'Green Farm' project launched by
136-726: Is divided into 12 mukims , which are: List of Muar district representatives in the Federal Parliament (Dewan Rakyat) List of Muar district representatives in the State Legislative Assembly (Dewan Negeri) The main economy activities in the district are education, trading, furniture manufacturing, historical tourism and agritourism . This Johor location article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . Agritourism Agritourism benefits surrounding communities by drawing tourists to rural areas, stimulating local economies, and fostering
153-631: The Government of Kerala is aimed at promoting agro-tourism in Kerala. Apart from Kerala and Maharashtra, Nagaland and Sikkim are also successful agri-tourism states. Since 1985 agritourism in Italy is formally regulated by a state law, amended in 2006. Starting in 2013 Italy has used a sector trademark, “Agriturismo Italia”, accompanied by a new system of classification of farms with accommodation. The trademark, which distinguishes farms regularly operating in accordance with existing laws and regulations, shows
170-599: The Mate Yehuda and Yoav regions allow visitors to explore small wineries and ancient and modern oil presses. The Dagon Museum in Haifa displays the history of grain cultivation from ancient times to the present. Binyamina , known for its citrus groves, and Kibbutz Ein Gedi near the Dead Sea, which demonstrates desert farming techniques, are also key agritourism sites. For insights into
187-535: The Muar District Office, while Tangkak of Ledang is administered by Tangkak Town Council (formerly North Muar Town Council) under the Tangkak (formerly Ledang) District Office. A new administration hub and transportation hub integrated with bus terminal and market called Maharani Sentral are being planned to be built at the location near Muar Bypass in between Jalan Haji Kosai and Jalan Temenggung. Muar District
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#1732848647826204-701: The demand for locally grown produce. A new agritourism hub is also expected to create thousands of new jobs. Through the Small Farm Center at the University of California , "Agricultural tourism or agritourism, is one alternative for improving the incomes and potential economic viability of small farms and rural communities. Some forms of agritourism enterprises are well developed in California , including fairs and festivals. Other possibilities still offer potential for development". The UC Small Farm Center has developed
221-668: The development of modern agriculture, tourists can visit the Dubrovin Farm museum and the Museum of Pioneer Settlement at Kibbutz Yifat . These sites depict the establishment of Israel's agricultural infrastructure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Pakistan is an agricultural country and agriculture is a vital sector of Pakistan's economy. About 65% of people live in rural areas and directly or indirectly relate to profession of agriculture. Agriculture in Pakistan accounts 21% of total GDP in
238-573: The economy. Pakistan has natural resources for agriculture, like fertile land, four seasons, and a natural flow of water canals from north to south, including dams, barrages, headwork, canals, and distribution channels. UAE unveiled a pioneering plan in 2023, aimed at revamping the agricultural industry, opening up an array of opportunities for farmers to diversify their income streams to promote agritourism. The 'UAE Agritourism Program' allows people to experience conventional and modern agricultural practices at animal and crop farms, whilst aiming to increase
255-444: The same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Muar . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Muar&oldid=1066252412 " Categories : Disambiguation pages Place name disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
272-416: The west, Segamat District to the north, and Batu Pahat District to the east. The district was formerly divided administratively into Bandar Maharani municipality and Tangkak township. Upon upgrade of Tangkak sub-district to full-fledged Tangkak District (initially Ledang), Bandar Maharani is now administered by Muar Municipal Council (formerly South Muar Town Council, later Muar Town Council) under
289-490: Was of high importance in the process of revitalization of rural life in Armenia . Apart from participation in agricultural activities and farming, some more notable activities specific to Armenia are winemaking and carpet weaving . There are also agricultural festivals and farmer's fairs organized every year, like the "Dolma" festival , "Barbeque (Khorovats)" festival, "Gata" festival, and many more. 85% of India's population
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