A g r i To u r i sm D e v e l o pment C o m p a n y P v t L t d ( AT D C ) Presents : an Innovative Enterprise for Farmers to generate Sustainable Income & Employment
Presented By : Pandurang Taware Father of Agri Tourism Concept, India
AGRICULTURE Backdrop Agriculture is the backbone of Indian Economy 90 million farmers are dwelling in 6.25 lakh villages producing more than 300 MT of food grains feeding the country. Agriculture is India s culture
Problems Poor agriculture commodity prices coupled with rising input costs are slowly but substantially eroding small farm incomes in India, As a result, farmers are acquiring second job or leaving their farms altogether in order to sustain their household income.
Problems Agricultural is a seasonal endeavor with unpredictable results that are dependent on weather, produce and price Forced migration to urban areas, particularly among the young, will have a long-term negative impact on the
Problem In India, farmers are recognizing the need and desire to diversify their farm products and supplement their agriculture income, with an agriculture economy that has decreased to just 2.3% or remained stagnant for last 10
Solution Travel and Tourism are big Business across India, In India alone there are 836 million domestic leisure tourists spend more money every year and support millions of jobs Farmers across India have tremendous opportunity to diversify their list of products and service offerings with
Tourism : backdrop Tourism is termed as an instrument for a. employment generation, b. poverty alleviation and c. sustainable human development Besides, tourism also promotes a. national integration, b. international understanding and c. supports local handicrafts and cultural activities
LIGHT AT THE dark TUNNEL To sustain agriculture income for farmers, thrust areas identified by Government of India are development of eco tourism, rural tourism, Agri tourism, creating awareness and public participation and facilitation of private sector participation adding additional income generating activities to existing agriculture would certainly increase contribution of agriculture
Agri Tourism is a concept of activities hosted by farmer s family that compliments and connects to the farming
Agri-Tourism Products Farm Accommodations Farm-Based Recreation Farm BASED Direct Marketing Farm Tours
Agri Tourism Advantages Diversify and increase income sources. Agri-tourism creates employment opportunities for farmer s family members. Supplements the family s income. One of the most rewarding aspects of Agri-tourism for many farmers is the opportunity to provide the public with a better understanding of what agriculture is really about. It is also an opportunity to enhance the
Agriculture Tourism (CBAT) Helps for environmental sustainable and socially responsible tourism development, contribute substantially to local socioeconomic development conservation, protection of natural and cultural resources poverty reduction.
ATDC - Business Transition Pre Launched MARKET SURVEY in 2005 Launched the Agri Tourism Concept in 2005 Once the Agri Tourism sows seeds of success Started skill development training program for other farmers in the state of Maharashtra Developed franchise model for Agri tourism concept for 218 ATC. Offers Project Preparation and project implementation support to other farmers who takes the franchise Offers marketing solutions to others Agri tourism centers across India Runs and operates own Agri Tourism Center at owned agriculture land
Income Sources for AGRI TOURISM DEVLOPMENT COMPANY 1. Tourism income from Owned Agri Tourism Center 2. Onsite Sales of Agriculture Produce from owned Farm. 3.Income from Agri Tourism Training Program 4. Income from Project Preparation and Development of Agri Tourism Center for other Farmers. 5. Affiliation Fee from Agri Tourism Franchise Holders. 6. Research and Development of the Agri Tourism Concept for Government and Educational Institutes
Nett Income from Agri Tourism Activity for farmers Income from Agriculture is Tax Free Income from Tourism generates 50 % Nett Income, For Example charge inr 400 per person for a day tour Cost to the Farmer is Traditional Welcome 5 Breakfast - 30 Lunch 80 Evening tea and Snacks- 35 Farm Activities 25 Over head Expenses 25 Total Expenses 200 per person -
Yearly Income for farmers family in average area of land 5 acres Activity Tourists Nett Amount Tourism 500 100000 Direct farm Sale 1000 kg 100000 Handicrafts 50000 Farm Accommodation 1224 489600 Total income from 3 cottages for the year INR 739600 per year net income Which is very good income from 5 acres of agriculture land
Recipient, National Tourism Award 2012,by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India by the Hands of Hon'ble President of India @ New Delhi, March 2013, for Best Responsible Tourism Project.
Awards and recognitions 2 National Tourism Awards 3 International Tourism Awards Winner, Wild Asia Responsible Tourism Awards 2012,by Wild Asia, Malaysia@ ITB Singapore Oct 2012 for Community Engagement & Development & Cultural Preservation. Winner, Global, Responsible Tourism Award 2011,by Responsible Travel, London @ WTM London, Nov 2011,for Conservation of Cultural Heritage. Finalist, Global Tourism for Tomorrow Award 2011,by WTTC London @ Global Tourism Summit May 2011 Las Vegas, USA for Community Benefit Tourism. Recipient, National Tourism Award 2008-09,by Ministry of Tourism Government of India by the Hands of Vice President of India @ New Delhi, March 2010, for Most Innovative Tourism Product.
Future Course of action Expand the Agri Tourism Franchise Model across India. Expand Agri Tourism Project Consultant Work Across India Establish Single Platform the Agri Tourism Holiday Reservations for all Agri Tourism Center Across India Establish Team of Experts who will Guide to FARMERS ACROSS INDIA.
Thank you very much for your Attention www.agritourism.in pandurang@agritourism.in +919822090005 To Keep Farm in the family and Family in the Farm