The International Workshop on Agritourism presents Agritourism Gatherings: A virtual series for farm, food, and travel communities.

The series brings together farmers, researchers, service providers, tourism experts and many others to share their knowledge and experience from around the world.

The gatherings are free to attend, but advance registration is required. A list of upcoming presentations is provided below with links to sign up to participate. All presentations will be held live; recordings will be added to this site after they are held. 

To request a disability-related accommodation to participate in any program, please contact Becky Bartlett at 802-257-7967 or Rebecca.Bartlett@uvm.edu so we may assist you.

Agritourism Definitions and Standards around the Globe
​Tuesday, november 16, 2021 | 9:00am eastern time

What is agritourism anyway? Definitions and standards vary around the world, with some understandings focused on educational experiences on working farms while other perspectives are more expansive. Researchers and practitioners from Italy, India, Scotland, South Africa, and the USA will discuss and debate the meanings of agritourism in different parts of the world -- and the importance of working towards a common understanding.

Moderator: Lisa Chase, University of Vermont Extension (USA)

Speakers: Sharon Flanigan, James Hutton Institute (Scotland); Thomas Streifeneder, Eurac Research (Italy); Pandurang Taware, Agri Tourism India (India); Jacqui Taylor, Agritourism Africa (South Africa)

Register to Attend

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