agritourism

noun

ag·​ri·​tour·​ism ˌa-gri-ˈtu̇r-ˌi-zəm How to pronounce agritourism (audio)
: the practice of touring agricultural areas to see farms and often to participate in farm activities

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Even further west in the Ida Mountains, the property also runs an agritourism inn with 17 villas and ten luxury safari tents. John Oseid, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 In 2025, Copal Tree Lodge—the 17-suite luxury eco-lodge that’s emerged as one of the largest agritourism destinations in Belize and a gateway to the southernmost part of the country—celebrates its 20th anniversary. Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Nov. 2024 The property that claims 1,700 acres overlooking the Kissimmee River is more than an agritourism resort. Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024 Invest more public dollars toward education, agritourism, quality-of-life amenities and health care infrastructure. Kayla Dwyer, The Indianapolis Star, 8 Oct. 2024 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 21 Dec. 2024.

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