International Workshop on Agritourism Postponed to August 31 – September 2, 2021
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Workshop on Agritourism (IWA) scheduled for October 27-29, 2020 in Burlington, Vermont, USA will be postponed. Our thoughts go out to everyone impacted during this difficult time. A crisis like this reinforces the need to support local farms and furthers the urgency of the work that all of us do in different ways to help keep farms viable and strengthen local food systems and rural communities.
We are planning ahead to a time when we can travel again. The new dates of the International Workshop on Agritourism are August 31 - September 2, 2021. The conference will take place at the Hilton Burlington Hotel in downtown Burlington, Vermont, USA. The University of Vermont Extension local host committee is working on developing an exciting program for participants that will include educational sessions on pertinent industry topics, poster presentations, hands-on workshops and farm tours, networking events, and time with our exhibitors and sponsors. We invite you to extend your trip on either end of the Workshop to explore the bountiful farms, culinary experiences, arts, and other attractions in Vermont and surrounding states and provinces. Mark your calendar and make plans now to attend! Who should attendFarmers, researchers, agricultural service providers, tourism experts and others interested in agritourism are invited to share their knowledge and experience.
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We need your support! This workshop will bring together agriculture and tourism industry professionals from around the United States and beyond. Show your support for agriculture and its many cultural, economic, and environmental benefits by partnering with us as a sponsor of the 2021 event. Learn more about how you can get involved.
Attendee registration will open soon! Pricing is provided here to help you prepare for the Workshop. Join our mailing list to receive an email invitation to participate.
Start planning your trip! Review the preliminary schedule of events, and the travel logistics page.
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Where we've been & Where we're going
In 2018, Eurac Research hosted the 1st World Congress on Agritourism, November 7-9 in Bolzano, South Tyrol, Italy. To build on the success and momentum of the World Congress, Eurac Research will partner with local host University of Vermont Extension in 2020 to host the International Workshop on Agritourism in Burlington, Vermont. Every four years, the World Congress will return to Italy. Every two years between a World Congress, a Workshop will be held in a new location by a local host in partnership with Eurac Research.
Agritourism: a successful and growing example of sustainable tourismAgritourism offers farmers the possibility of diversifying and generating additional income through on-farm activities. This helps to maintain the viability of active farms and rural communities. Agritourism enterprises support and promote agricultural resources, traditions and culture. (Source: Adapted from Eurac Research)
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Winter Sleigh Ride on Farm. Photo Courtesy of Vermont Department of Tourism & Marketing
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