Most people purchase their food and beverages in grocery stores and markets. During our daily grocery runs and mealtimes, we seldom think about the source of our sustenance. A study of 3500 people between the ages of 25-45, revealed that 54% of respondents have never seen a live farm animal, like a cow or a chicken. Many people who live in urban areas believe that they are missing out on essential life skills and experiences by being so far removed from farmland. This sentiment is the impetus behind the growing Agritourism trends.
Agritourism is a form of tourism that revolves around activities like farming, ranching, historic, cultural, or natural attractions that that the public takes part in for educational, recreational, or entertainment purposes. Farming Agritourism is offered by people who own hobby farms, working farms and ranches. Some farms offer very nice free accommodations and meals in exchange for work.
Why do people vacation on farms?
- to get away from the city
- to relax and unwind
- to be outdoors and in nature
- to arrange weddings and reunions
- to be around animals
- to learn how to take care of animals
- to enjoy the simple, peaceful life
- to experience farm-life
- to learn how to plant and harvest food
- to pick and eat farm fresh food
- to work and get their hands dirty
What people learn and do on farms:
- Groom and ride horses
- Feed chickens, hens, and collect eggs
- Help with free range animals
- Clean pens and stables
- Plant, harvest grains and vegetables
- Pick fruit, store fruits and vegetables
- Drive tractors and other equipment
- Collect sap and make syrup
- Haying, fencing, plowing, threshing
- Livestock management
Indoor and outdoor Cooking
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