Agritourism Planning - Major Program

Program Indicators

Number of businesses reached through Extension programming	468
Number of businesses implementing economic development plans	74
Number of economic development-related projects/plans created with Extension’s assistance	70

Field Day Promotes Agriculture Diversity and Economic Impact

about 6 years ago by Corinne Belton

The 2017 Shelby County Cooperative Extension field day at Mulberry Orchard was an enormous success. A large crowd of 305 people attended, despite high July temperatures and humidity. Mulberry Orchard ... Read More
Extension Helps Establishment of New Agritourism Destination

about 6 years ago by Brian Jeffiers

Farm income can often be enhanced with value-added enterprises. Agritourism has become a leading option for farmers looking to achieve this goal. When one Johnson County farmers market vendor felt tha... Read More
Farm Tour Shows Continued Growth and New Success

about 6 years ago by Corinne Belton

Comments from local users indicate Cooperative Extension remains a well-kept secret in Shelby County. As a means to change this perception the Shelby County Horticulture and Agriculture Council implem... Read More
8th Annual Heritage Harvest Tour

about 5 years ago by Laura Maggard

For the past 8 years, the last weekend in September is when everyone gets out in the country, shops local, visits local farms, businesses, churches and spends the weekend enjoying the annual Heritage ... Read More