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Convention and Expo, Lexington, KY | February 6-10, 2025


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Convention & Expo

The NAFDMA Agritourism Convention & Expo is the premier event and expo for anyone in the agritourism industry including operators, owners and managers. The Agritourism Convention and Expo features inspiring site visits & fun farm excursions, dozens of spectacular speakers & seminars, hands-on learning opportunities, and a wide variety of industry-focused exhibitors. Connect with hundreds of your peers from all corners of the agritourism industry, including orchards, corn mazes, berry farms, retail markets, wedding venues, family fun farms and so many more!  This is the annual event to attend where inspired farmers discuss and share ideas about connecting their communities with agriculture.

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ALR – Agritourism Learning Retreat

NAFDMA's Agritourism Learning Retreat (ALR) is a multi-day intensive that connects attendees with premier agritourism operations in North America. 
Stepping out of the classroom and onto the farm, the ALR offers immersive, hands-on education in best operational practices for farms and attractions.  Typically a two-day event, the farm hosts share in-depth about their history, management, protocols, operations, marketing, finances, and everything in between. 

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AFT – Agritourism Farm Tour

Learn from operators and innovators in the agritourism industry! The Agritourism Farm Tour (AFT) explores a variety of farms in a particular geographic area.  The tour typically includes some traditional agritourism destinations, as well as some farms with a large retail focus, and farms who have expanded their operations to extend their season!  You won’t want to miss this opportunity to explore new ideas to bring back to your farm and destination.

Travel is typically conducted through use of a coach bus, providing opportunities for networking and discussion among attendees.

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Webinars

NAFDMA hosts a number of online educational opportunities featuring a variety of subject matter experts and farm owners.  These sessions typically last about an hour and provide education on a wide range of topics.  Some webinars may be panel presentations, and all feature the ability to ask questions and receive feedback.  Premium Members receive access to all past and future webinars for free as part of their membership benefits.
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