Agritourism and Rural Tourism

Resources that provide technical assistance for decision-making, local initiatives, and related organizations

works to promote the growth and well-being of all Indiana fairs and festivals in a friendly, fair, and equal manner

Ramsey, M., & Schaumleffel, N. A. (2006). Agritourism and rural economic development ( ). Indiana Business Review, 81 (3), 6-9.

Ramsey, M., Schaumleffel, N. A., & Blackford, B. (2007). Agritourism: What is the role of Municipal and County Park Boards in Rural Economic Development? ( ) Poster presentation presented at the annual meeting of the Indiana Park and Recreation Association, Indianapolis, IN.

Wicks, B. E., & Merrett, C. D. (2003). Agritourism: An economic opportunity for Illinois ( ). Rural Research Report, 14 (9), 1-8. Macomb, IL: Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs.

committed to developing Indiana's tourism product through workshops, best-practice familiarization tours, and other efforts
proactive steps to develop tourism product is essential to keeping Indiana competitive

established to
- bring University resources together to assist public and private sectors as they work toward solving rural development problems
- provide a broad range of educational programs which contribute to the development of Indiana's human and physical capital
- coordinate and support research that improves understanding of economic and community development issues, problems and opportunities
- and provide issue-relevant information to individuals and groups interested in rural development

provides a means for contacting and networking with those who may be able to offer technical or financial assistance for agritourism development

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