Agri-Tourism: Educating the Public and Generating On-Farm Income

Project Overview

FNE96-132
Project Type: Farmer
Funds awarded in 1996: $1,450.00
Projected End Date: 12/31/1996
Matching Non-Federal Funds: $5,540.00
Region: Northeast
State: Vermont
Project Leader:
John Hayden
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The Farm Between

Commodities

  • Animals: poultry
  • Animal Products: dairy

Practices

  • Education and Training: general education and training

    Proposal summary:

    John Hayden, will develop educational exhibits and tours to bring more people to his farm and create educational clientele. The project aims to educate the public about small-scale farming operations, the value of locally produced food and the role consumers play in sustaining such farms.
    Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture or SARE.