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Managing risk for farm direct and ag tourism ventures

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The purpose of this fact sheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. This fact sheet discusses some of the basic components of risk... More ≫

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The purpose of this fact sheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. This fact sheet discusses some of the basic components of risk management for farm direct marketing and ag tourism ventures as it relates to liability issues.

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Establishing ag tourism routes

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Self-guided touring (or driving) routes allow visitors to take in a variety of ag tourism-related experiences. This fact sheet discusses things to keep in mind when considering establishing a... More ≫

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Self-guided touring (or driving) routes allow visitors to take in a variety of ag tourism-related experiences. This fact sheet discusses things to keep in mind when considering establishing a touring route, and provides information on how to establish a tour route.

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Opportunities in ag tourism ventures

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Presents a list of the many types of ag-tourism opportunities a farm or ranch operation can diversify into, including various attractions, events and services.

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Biosecurity considerations for ag tourism ventures [2005]

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The owners and occupants of ag tourism ventures may be involved in activities ranging from operating a fruit farm business to offering horseback riding holidays for guests. No matter what the... More ≫

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The owners and occupants of ag tourism ventures may be involved in activities ranging from operating a fruit farm business to offering horseback riding holidays for guests. No matter what the activity, biosecurity precautions are part of the common sense agricultural production management practices followed by ag tourism operators. Biosecurity measures can reduce the risk of introducing or spreading livestock and poultry diseases. This fact sheet outlines why biosecurity is important and who should practice biosecurity.

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Co-ordinating ag tourism familiarization tours

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A familiarization tour is used to show an invited group of participants what a group of ag tourism operators in a particular area has to offer. It is a tool to build awareness about tourism... More ≫

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A familiarization tour is used to show an invited group of participants what a group of ag tourism operators in a particular area has to offer. It is a tool to build awareness about tourism product in an area and a chance to showcase individual site operators, attractions and destinations. This fact sheet provides more information on the value of a familiarization tour, who to invite on such a tour and how to implement the tour.

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New venture guide to ag tourism

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The purpose of this factsheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. The factsheets also discuss some of the essential components used... More ≫

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The purpose of this factsheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. The factsheets also discuss some of the essential components used to develop a business plan and assess the profitability of a business venture.

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Biosecurity for overseas travelers

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Biosecurity refers to practices designed to prevent, reduce or eliminate the introduction and incidental spread of disease among livestock and poultry. This fact sheet presents summary of... More ≫

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Biosecurity refers to practices designed to prevent, reduce or eliminate the introduction and incidental spread of disease among livestock and poultry. This fact sheet presents summary of information about the importance of biosecurity and measures to take for overseas travellers, how you can protect the agri-food industry here and abroad, and how to protect yourself and your family.

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Managing risk for farm direct and ag tourism ventures

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The purpose of this factsheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. This factsheet discusses some of the basic components of risk... More ≫

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The purpose of this factsheet series is to help producers and processors understand the key elements needed to manage a business. This factsheet discusses some of the basic components of risk management for farm direct marketing and ag tourism ventures as it relates to liability issues.

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