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

Authors

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

Volume

45

Issue

6

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.

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Recommended Citation

Burrows, R., Fennell, A., Redlin, M., & Verschoor, L. (2007). Agri-Cultural Tourism: Linking the Arts and Humanities with Agricultural Direct Marketers and Specialty Producers. The Journal of Extension, 45(6), Article 19. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol45/iss6/19