Sustainable agritourism: an opportunity for agrifood systems transformation in the Mediterranean

dc.contributor.author Partalidou, M.; De Matteis, L.;
dc.date.issued 2024
dc.date.lastModified 2024-12-03T12:19:43Z
dc.description.abstract Agritourism in the Mediterranean region is a promising strategy for transforming agrifood systems into more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable models. By integrating agriculture, tourism, and food sectors, it delivers multifaceted benefits spanning environmental conservation, economic revitalization, and social cohesion.Environmentally, agritourism supports biodiversity, promotes local food consumption, and minimizes environmental footprints through practices like organic farming and renewable energy use. Economically, agritourism revitalizes rural areas, creates jobs, especially for women and youth, and strengthens local value chains. Socially, agritourism builds trust between producers and consumers, enhances food literacy, and empowers marginalized groups. To fully leverage agritourism as a driver of systemic change, integrated policies, rural infrastructure investments and collaborative governance platforms are critical. Equipping stakeholders with training and amplifying farmers' voices in policymaking can help scale sustainable practices across the region.Sustainable agritourism offers a systems approach to addressing global agrifood challenges while safeguarding the Mediterranean's rich cultural and natural heritage, positioning the region as a leader in sustainable development.
dc.format.numberofpages 19 p.
dc.language.iso English
dc.publisher FAO ;
dc.rights.copyright FAO
dc.title Sustainable agritourism: an opportunity for agrifood systems transformation in the Mediterranean
dc.title.subtitle Technical Brief
dc.type Policy brief
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fao.citation <div class="ExternalClass8DFFD863A26740F780DDA6F4FB2A1BB6"><p>Partalidou, M. &amp; De Matteis, L. 2024. <em>Sustainable agritourism&#58; an opportunity for agrifood systems transformation in the Mediterranean – Technical brief</em>. Rome, FAO.<br></p></div>
fao.contentcategory Technical
fao.identifier.jobnumber CD3578EN
fao.placeofpublication Rome, Italy ;
fao.sdgs 01. End poverty in all its forms everywhere
fao.sdgs 02. End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
fao.sdgs 08. Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent worlk for all
fao.sdgs 12. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
fao.sdgs 15. Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
fao.sdgs 17. Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development
fao.subject.agrovoc agrifood systems en
fao.subject.agrovoc agrotourism en
fao.subject.agrovoc sustainable development en
fao.subject.agrovoc economic value en
fao.subject.agrovoc community involvement en
fao.subject.agrovoc cooperation en
fao.subject.agrovoc Mediterranean region en
fao.visibilitytype PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE
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