Agri-Cultural Tourism: Linking the Arts and Humanities with Agricultural Direct Marketers and Specialty Producers

Authors

Rhoda Burrows, South Dakota State University
Anne Fennell, South Dakota State UniversityFollow
Meredith Redlin, South Dakota State UniversityFollow
Lynn Verschoor, South Dakota State University

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

12-2007

Abstract

In South Dakota, we are linking artists and specialty producers in a unique "Agri-Cultural Tourism" approach. In sparsely populated areas, agritourism enterprises have a difficult time attracting potential tourists. By partnering specialty agricultural enterprises with nearby or regional artists and other cultural entities and events, a critical mass of attractions can be created. This article provides an example of the critical partnership between cooperative extension, stakeholders, and numerous allied organizations that served as a catalyst for an on-going Agri-Cultural tourism alliance. It also highlights key issues and steps identified by the participants to assure continued development progress in the state.

Publication Title

Journal of Extension

Volume

45

Issue

6

First Page

IAW3

Recommended Citation

Burrows, Rhoda; Fennell, Anne; Redlin, Meredith; and Verschoor, Lynn, "Agri-Cultural Tourism: Linking the Arts and Humanities with Agricultural Direct Marketers and Specialty Producers" (2007). Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science Faculty Publications. 347.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/plant_faculty_pubs/347