Explore economic diversification through Agritourism Virtual Webinar is Dec. 14

Do you have land, a farm business and maybe “what else can you do” thoughts for economy? This webinar could be for you. A prime example of agritourism forethought is Beaverdam Farms and the annual Sunflower Festival which has been an economic boom for the farm, but also vendors, the county, local businesses and the tourists who come to the Festival.

https://clients.virginiasbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=130400093 Ro register for the Zoom from 9-10 am.

Topic: Marketing and Sales

Are you curious about diversifying your income through agritourism and or retail agriculture, not sure where to start? Join us on Monday, December 14th at 9 AM for a virtual conversation with two subject matter experts, Kate Lawrence, Extension Agent and Natural Resources, Animal Science for Virginia Cooperative Extension in Botetourt County and Livvy Preisser, Unit Coordinator and Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Isle of Wright County.

Learning objectives: agri-tourism and retail agriculture basics, safety tips, tricks and additional resources needed for the venture ahead.

Fee: No Cost

–Submitted by Scott Stevens with Cathy Benson