Agri-Tourism & Rural Development fosters economic growth by connecting agriculture with tourism, creating new income streams for rural communities. Visitors engage in farm stays, vineyard tours, and hands-on agricultural activities, promoting awareness of traditional and modern farming techniques. This sector not only supports small-scale farmers but also preserves cultural heritage and local biodiversity. Sustainable tourism practices, such as organic farming experiences and eco-friendly accommodations, attract environmentally conscious travelers. Investments in rural infrastructure, digital connectivity, and agri-education programs further enhance community development. By integrating technology, farmers can market their products directly to tourists, boosting local economies. The expansion of Agri-Tourism & Rural Development also helps mitigate urban migration, providing employment opportunities and revitalizing rural landscapes while fostering a deeper connection between consumers and food production.
Title : Development of Virginia mountain mint as a potential commercial crop in the southern USA
Srinivasa Rao Mentreddy, Alabama A&M University, United States
Title : Socioeconomic constraints in implementing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in crops and solutions for sustainability
Shashi Vemuri, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India
Title : Suitaiology: A strategic science for reframing agricultural risks under climate extremes — from water-use efficiency to water-situation wisdom
Dachang Zhang, Water & Eco Crisis Foundation, United States
Title : The use of CHP condensate water in greenhouse cultivation
Lisa Huybrechts, Proefstation voor de Groenteteelt vzw, Belgium
Title : Characterization of isolated strains of microorganisms from mineral, mountain, and spring waters from France, Italy, England, South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, Austria, Spain, Singapore, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Turkey, Dubai, and Bulgaria.
Nedyalka Valcheva, Vocational High School, Bulgaria
Title : Markers of PM produced by biomass combustion and development of a sampling and analysis technique
Enrico Paris , CREA-IT , Italy