Will Travel for Cheese and Community

In this featured Extension story, University of Minnesota Extension highlights how Minnesota farmers and agritourism partners are building stronger connections between agriculture, local food, and community. At the second annual Agritourism Exchange, held in November at Redhead Creamery in Brooten, a diverse group of farmers, industry leaders, and policymakers gathered to share ideas about diversifying farm income and creating rich on-farm experiences. From award-winning artisan cheese to panels on outdoor recreation and networking around agritourism liability, the event showcased the role of agritourism in cultivating community, sparking innovation, and bringing people together around food, land, and rural enterprise. 

Read the University of Minnesota Extension article “Will travel for cheese and community,” which highlights how Redhead Creamery hosted the Agritourism Exchange to connect farmers, food, and rural tourism in Minnesota.