: the practice of touring agricultural areas to see farms and often to participate in farm activities

Examples of agritourism in a Sentence

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Iran war driving up costs In York, about a 30-minute drive from the Stamy farm, Brian Smyser runs a diversified operation that includes agritourism activities and a roadside stand featuring sweet corn, tomatoes, zucchini and watermelon. — Scott Neuman, NPR, 20 Aug. 2026 Once seen as a budget-travel alternative, agritourism has blossomed across Europe into something quite luxurious. — Michelle Tchea, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026 Owner Sarah Henning, a fourth-generation farmer, turned to agritourism after a devastating season that resulted in almost total crop loss. — Taryn White, USA Today, 29 June 2026 The agritourism ordinance was another boon to By Brothers. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for agritourism

Word History

Etymology

agri- + tourism

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of agritourism was in 1978

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“Agritourism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/agritourism. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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