Introduction: The Hidden Reality Behind Agritourism Success Agritourism looks magical from the outside. People imagine sunny farm photos, happy families, and smiling farmers welcoming guests with open arms. But behind every successful agritourism business, there is a farmer juggling a dozen responsibilities — from managing crops to replying messages, hosting tours, cleaning up, fixing broken fences, and making sure every visitor has a great experience. This is where burnout h

Introduction: Why Field Trips Are One of the Easiest Agritourism Income Streams If you’re a small farm owner looking to grow your agritourism business fast, school field trips are one of the easiest, most reliable ways to fill your calendar. Teachers are constantly searching for safe, educational, hands-on experiences, and farms naturally offer everything they need — learning, nature, fresh air, animals, and memorable moments. And here’s the best part: once a school comes and

A Tough Fall Season for Pumpkin Patches Everywhere This has been one of the most challenging fall seasons many farmers can remember. Across North America, pumpkin patches that were normally buzzing with families, laughter, and full wheelbarrows suddenly found themselves facing something unexpected — a sharp drop in agritourism sales , even when farm visitor traffic  seemed strong. Farmers reported smaller pumpkins, unpredictable weather, reduced spending, and more visitors ch

INTRODUCTION Imagine a small family farm that has been raising sheep for years. On weekends, the farmer opens her gates to the community—hosting simple farm tours, offering a few camping spots, running a cozy farm store, and welcoming families for birthday parties. Visitors love the experience, and little by little, her agritourism business begins to grow. Inspired by the demand, she decides it’s time to expand. She plans to add hayrides. A children’s farm camp. A small dog p

Introduction: The Hidden Cost of Selling Farm Event Tickets If you’ve ever tried selling tickets for a small farm event, you already know the frustration. You set a simple price — maybe $7 for a farm tour , a produce tasting, or a weekend open day — only to realise that ticketing platforms like Eventbrite start eating into your profit before visitors even step onto your farm. For many small farm owners, every dollar counts. Agritourism isn’t just a fun addition — it’s a way t