Benefits, risks of adding agritourism to your farm or ranch
Before adding agritourism to your farm or ranch, think about the specific risks you and your visitors will face and how you’ll mitigate them.
Read MoreAs we prepare to say goodbye to summer, and the kids go back to school, that means fall is around the corner. It also means that across Ohio, there are opportunities to get out to the farm and enjoy tourism activities.
Below is a list of county Farm Bureau hosted or sponsored events. The list will be updated through October 2022.
Sept. 27
Wine Down at the MAiZE, Milford Center
Wine Down at the MAiZE will feature local wineries, farmers and promote the flourishing agriculture in our county. We are excited for this initiative where all net proceeds will benefit our youth programs and scholarship fund. The evening event is set to take place Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. The host for the event is The MAiZE at Little Darby Creek.
Oct. 2
Clermont County Food & Farm Self-Guided Tour
Eight diverse farms and markets have opened their gates and doors for you to experience local agriculture firsthand. Take this opportunity to meet local farmers, taste farm-fresh food, learn stewardship and farm skills from experts, and explore the fields of local farms.
Oct. 8-9
Wayne County Fall Farm Tour, northeast Wayne County
Wayne County Farm Bureau’s annual Farm Tour will take place in the northeast quadrant of the county and will feature seven stops, open from noon to 5 p.m. Booklets containing event details will be available at the Wayne County Fair and online beginning Sept. 9.
Oct. 8-9
Medina County Fall Foliage Tour, various stops in Medina County
Since 1968, the drive-it-yourself Medina County Fall Foliage Tour has educated the participating public about agriculture, education, and history of Medina County. Each year, the tour highlights 10-15 places of interest that can include farms, agribusinesses, historical societies, and special events – among others.
Before adding agritourism to your farm or ranch, think about the specific risks you and your visitors will face and how you’ll mitigate them.
Read MoreAcross Ohio, there are opportunities to get out to the farm and enjoy tourism activities.
Read MoreWe are looking for adults (ages 18 and above) to volunteer to be part of the farm tours and dinner Sept. 25.
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Read MoreThe American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is looking for orchards, pumpkin patches, corn mazes and more to showcase on a new app dedicated to connecting consumers with agritourism venues.
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