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Agritourism cultivates growth for Missouri farmers

By Davin Althoff Guest Columnist
Posted 7/10/25

Agritourism—the intersection of agriculture and tourism—has become a vital part of the rural economy in Missouri and the United States. According to the USDA’s 2022 Census of Agriculture, U.S. farms and ranches generated an impressive $1.26 billion in agritourism income, marking a 12.4% increase from 2017 when adjusted for inflation. With 57% of U.S. counties reporting agritourism income, it’s apparent that these niche agricultural enterprises are becoming a mainstay in the industry and a major source of revenue for those farmers and ranchers.

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