Accelerating the Growth of Rural Innovation and Tourism Opportunities to Uphold Rural Industries and Sustainable Marketplaces Act or the AGRITOURISM Act
This bill directs the Department of Agriculture to designate an Agritourism Advisor within the Office of the Under Secretary for Rural Development. The advisor must encourage and promote agritourism activities and businesses in each state and on land under the jurisdiction of Indian tribes.
Under the bill, agritourism activities and agritourism businesses include educational experiences, outdoor recreation, entertainment and special events, direct sales, and accommodations.