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New to Agritourism? Here’s Exactly How to Start Agritourism Without Feeling Overwhelmed

If you’re a farmer thinking about opening your gates to visitors, you might be feeling excited… but also a bit lost. What activity should you offer first? What if your farm is too simple? What if nobody comes?


A man and woman harvest tomatoes, smiling in a lush garden. A dog watches nearby. A rustic house is in the background.

Don’t worry — every successful agritourism farm in the world started exactly where you are now: with a dream and zero experience. The truth is, you don’t need a huge farm, fancy facilities, or a big budget. You just need a clear starting point.


Let’s walk through it step-by-step, the simple and stress-free way.


1. Start With What You Already Have


Most farmers think they need to build chalets, fancy cafés, or giant attractions before they can welcome visitors. Not true at all.


Start small. Start simple.


Ask yourself: “What is the most unique or interesting part of my farm that visitors would love to experience?”


For example:


  • A small durian orchard = durian tasting tour

  • A chicken coop = egg-collecting experience

  • A vegetable plot = DIY harvesting

  • A scenic hill = photography spot

  • A friendly dog or cow = animal interaction


Even successful international farms started small:


  • Tanaka Farms (USA) began with simple U-pick tours.

  • Pennywell Farm (UK) began with small animal interactions.

  • Ferme de Gally (France) started with simple educational visits.

  • Bloopydurians (my farm) started with a simple tour and durian tasting


You don’t need to copy anyone — just use what you already have.


2. Choose ONE Activity as Your Starting Point


The biggest mistake new agritourism farmers make? Trying to offer too many activities at once.


Start with ONE clear, simple, easy-to-run activity. Examples:


  • Farm tour

  • Fruit-picking

  • Durian tasting

  • Animal feeding

  • Hands-on workshop (composting, planting, harvesting)


This keeps your life easy, reduces stress, and helps you perfect the visitor experience.

Once people start coming, then you slowly add more.


3. Make Your Farm “Visitor Ready” (You Don’t Need Big Renovations)


You don’t need a luxury resort. You just need the basics:


  • Clean toilets

  • Clear pathways

  • Shaded seating area

  • Parking area (even small space is okay)

  • Signboards or simple directions

  • Cold drinking water for visitors

  • A friendly welcome


People love authenticity — they want a real farm, not a theme park.


4. Set a Simple Price and Keep It Straightforward


Most farmers feel shy to charge money. But remember: your time, knowledge, and farm experience have value.


Examples of easy starting prices:


  • $3 - $10 for a simple farm tour

  • $7 - $15 for fruit picking

  • $12 - $25 for workshops

  • Premium tasting sessions (like durian) can go higher


Start with something affordable, then increase as demand grows.


5. Put Your Farm on Google Business Profile (Your Most Powerful Tool)


This is the number one mistake I see farmers make — they ignore Google.


A free Google Business Profile can bring you:


  • Tourists from around the world

  • Local families

  • Expat visitors

  • Repeat customers

  • Strong reviews that grow your brand


I brought visitors from all over the world to my durian farm with just Google reviews and photos. You can do the same.


Make sure to upload:


  • Clear farm photos

  • Pictures of your activities

  • Your opening hours

  • Your WhatsApp contact

  • A simple description of your experience


This step alone can change your entire business.


6. Create a Simple Visitor Flow


Farmers can be scared when a lot of people come to their farm.

The solution is easy — create a simple flow.


Example:


  1. Visitors arrive

  2. Welcome and introduction

  3. Short tour

  4. Hands-on experience

  5. Photo time

  6. Buy farm products

  7. Goodbye and review request


When you have a flow, everything feels smooth and organized — even with many visitors.


7. Add a Small Upsell for Extra Income


After the tour, offer something extra:


  • Packets of fruits

  • Homemade jams

  • Vegetables or eggs

  • Workshops

  • Delivery of farm produce to their homes (highly effective upsell)


Visitors love bringing home something from your farm.


8. Collect Google Reviews Like Gold


Reviews = trust. Trust = bookings.


After every visit, politely ask: “Would you mind leaving us a short Google review? It really helps our small farm.”


This is how farms around the world — from California to France to the UK — became famous.


Strong reviews = more visitors = more income.


Final Thoughts on How To Start Agritourism: Start Small. Keep Growing. Welcome the World.


You don't have to do everything in one day. Agritourism grows step by step, season by season.


Begin with:


  • One activity

  • One price

  • One simple visitor experience

  • One Google Business Profile


Before you know it, people from all over your country — and even overseas — will be calling you, visiting your farm, and supporting your business. That is exactly what happened to my farm www.bloopydurians.com


Every big agritourism success story started with one small step.


Your first step starts today.



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