Maine Agritourism for Farmers

Agritourism helps people explore farming and agriculture. It takes many forms, from farm visits, tours, and local shopping, to cultural, recreational, and learning experiences. It generates additional farm income and enhances connections between agriculture and the broader community. For example, on-farm tours help visitors learn how farms grow crops and farm animals. Farm tours show how farm products are made.

Agritourism is a chance for people to understand the diversity and value of farms in their communities. We encourage visitors, farmers, and agricultural supporters to learn more!


For Farmers: Resource Library to Support Your Agritourism Endeavor

Agritourism Summit

Safety and Liability

Safety and Health

Promotions

Online Learning

A list of courses, webinar recordings, and fact sheets covering a breadth of agritourism topics

Important Contacts

Subscribe to Agritourism Updates for Farmers

Maine Open Farm Day

Maine Bureau of Insurance

Agritourism Promotional Events and Real Maine Promotions

Food Safety:

State Veterinarians, Animal and Plant Health Staff: Farm biosecurity, right to farm, nutrient management and more

Emergency Preparedness & Public Safety: Safety and emergency planning between businesses and first responders at town, county, and state levels

Maine Dept. of Transportation: Maine Road Signs and placement, byways, traffic counts, general info)

Maine Tourism and Hospitality: Training, metrics and contacts

Resources for Towns, Organizations, and Businesses

Maine agriculture is unique, varied, and important. Farmers play a vital role in communities across the state. Farming is a livelihood that provides on-farm jobs. It also supports other local businesses. The working landscapes of agriculture provide an attractive scenery to visitors who travel to view Maine’s iconic scenery. Agritourism provides communities with interactive experiences, from shopping at the farm for quality farm products to seasonal recreational activities.

Supporters of agriculture can show their support in many ways. Examples of efforts include:

There are many ways to further support farmers that may be unique to your town and community. You can network, learn and share this information with others across the state who want to support Maine agriculture and our state’s working landscapes.

Email Us with your ideas and for more information about supporting Maine farms and agricultural events!

Promotional Resources—for agricultural supporters and businesses

Planners

The professionals who provide guidance, reference, and strategy on zoning, design, legal applications, use of resources in communities, etc.