Agriculture practices have always been part of the heart of Indian culture and economy. However, as technology progresses more people spend their lives in the city and never experience the joys of farm life
Agriculture tourism (agri-tourism) is a business on an active farm that brings visitors into the agricultural experience while also generating income for the owner.
This novel business opportunity provides visitors unique fun and educational experiences and enriches the enjoyment of farm life.
Agri-tourism is a novel idea that requires new planning on an active farm. Peri-urban farms have the advantage of being away from the busy city life and can offer a get-away to their clients. Urbane Krishi can help to create the infrastructure for tourism – including establishing the fun and educational experience, marketing the unique opportunity to city-dwellers and fine-tuning the balance between farming and hosting visitors.
