In this captivating episode of the Tourism Hub Podcast, host Despina Karatzias welcomes the inspiring Rose Wright from Regionality to explore the burgeoning field of agritourism in Australia. Fresh from the inaugural Agritourism Forum for Tourism Australia, Rose shares her journey and insights into how agritourism is transforming the landscape for farmers and rural communities.

Rose delves into the evolution of agritourism, a movement she has championed for over 20 years, highlighting the significant shift towards recognising its value. She discusses the critical role of agritourism in creating value chains that benefit farmers, allowing them to innovate and diversify their offerings. With a focus on education, business planning, and strategic development, Rose emphasises the importance of regulatory changes to support farmers in creating sustainable and profitable ventures.

The episode features compelling case studies, such as the story of Rich Glen Olive Estate, illustrating how agritourism can drive economic development and enhance community engagement. Rose also touches on the importance of local food systems and the potential for food tourism to become a key component of regional economies.

Tune in to discover how agritourism is paving the way for a more resilient and vibrant future for Australia's farming communities, and learn about the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.

01:49 Regionality Consultancy for Agriculture, Food and Tourism

08:49 Regulation and legislation make it difficult for individual farmers to do certain things

17:44 Connecting Agriculture and Tourism Together

21:51 Queensland needs an agri tourism planning policy for food tourism

27:16 Food tourism has brought fresh, local, seasonal food to the consumer

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