Investment opportunities in agri-tourism in India

Kiran, Jain; Prasad, V. L. M.; Kavya, C.; Nagaraja, G. N.

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“…The study (Kiran et al, 2014) "Investment Opportunities in Agritourism in India" relied on descriptive and quantitative analysis, the high numbers of employment in the tourism sector in India during the period (2004)(2005) to (2006)(2007) that helped in supporting local handicrafts and cultural activities. The study explained the dependence of agricultural tourism on the concept of vacations to visit farms for the purpose of enjoyment, education or active participation in farm activities or operation.…”

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A strategic approach to sustainable agricultural tourism “case study of Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia”

Ahmed,

Almahish,

Aleid

2023

BPMJ

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PurposeThe percentage of tourism revenues from the national income decreased during the period (2000: 2020) which necessitates diversification in tourism activity and tourism revenues through agricultural tourism as one of the types of tourism activities. On other hand, Al-Ahsa governorate is the largest governorate in Saudi Arabia, covering an area of about 2,500 square kilometers. Moreover, it includes an oasis that is the largest irrigated agricultural oases in the world. It is distinguished by its strategic geographical location, in addition to being one of the most famous palm oasis in the world. Although Al-Ahsa governorate has many ingredients for agricultural tourism; the number of farms approved in the Aryaf program reached about 101 farms at the level of Al-Ahsa with a rate that not exceed about 0.5% of farms in 2018 of the total farms. That means it still Agricultural tourism has not received sufficient attention from investors and farm owners.Design/methodology/approachThe study targeted planning for agricultural tourism activities in Al-Ahsa Governorate using a long-term sustainable approach to achieve sustainable development and diversification of sources income in agriculture sector. The study depended on the sample size was determined from Al-Ahsa farms in light of the fact that the number of farm owners in Al-Ahsa. In addition the study relied on the use of descriptive and quantitative statistical analysis through the use of percentages, chi-square test and Likert's triple test.FindingsThe results of the study strategic plans of farms in Al-Ahsa points to the importance of enhancing agricultural tourism services in Al-Ahsa, including health, environmental, recreational and food services, which may have an impact on increasing the economic return of farms in a better way in order to gain competitive advantage by focusing on developing the farms themselves in line with the Aryaf program of the Ministry of Tourism in the Kingdom to ensure safe and sustainable growth of revenues Economic.Originality/valueThis study is concerned with Agricultural Tourism. The study is helpful in policy formation to target sustainable development and diversification of sources income in Saudi Arabia. The authors whose names are listed immediately below certify that they have NO affiliations with or involvement in any organization or entity with any financial interest (such as honoraria; educational grants; participation in speakers' bureaus; membership, employment, consultancies, stock ownership, or other equity interest; and expert testimony or patent-licensing arrangements), or non-financial interest (such as personal or professional relationships, affiliations, knowledge or beliefs) in the subject matter or materials discussed in this manuscript.

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A strategic approach to sustainable agricultural tourism “case study of Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia”

Ahmed,

Almahish,

Aleid

2023

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“…For others, it is the agro-tourism which supports traditional craftsmanship (Kiran et al, 2014). Dutton (1983) discusses the importance of traditional crafts for rural development in general.…”

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The Geographical Aspects of Traditional Handicrafts in Serbia

Lukić¹,

Stojanović²,

Đerčan³

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The first part of paper is dedicated to current research related to traditional handicrafts in the world. Then, traditional handicrafts are viewed from the geographical perspective. The paper analyzes the relationship between the physical and geographical characteristics, the type of handicraft and raw material base. Most of the paper is devoted to the social factors that influence the traditional handicrafts. The paper lists the forms of support to preserve traditional handicrafts that goes in favor of their sustainability. The paper shows examples of work on the preservation of traditional crafts in Serbia. The paper describes the possibilities of placing items produced by traditional handicrafts. By displaying manifestations, paper illustrates some traditional handicrafts. In addition, the paper discusses the actual problems of the traditional handicrafts. The significance of the paper is that it is written record of traditional handicrafts in Serbia at the beginning of the 21st century, because they are no longer subject to monitoring of official statistics. The aim of this paper is to motivate the youth and the unemployed to look for themselves in originality, excellence and financial justification of working in traditional handicrafts. On that way, traditionally handicrafts could to maintain their viability.Keywords: handicrafts, tradition, Serbia, manifestations, sustainability.European Researcher. Series A, 2015, Vol.(100), Is. 11 748 IntroductionFor decades, handicrafts have disappeared due to mechanical production and traditional production of certain items is almost forgotten. Traditional craft means creating unique products and services, which are based on traditional knowledge and technologies, the use of natural materials in the production process, using simple tools. In categorization of crafts they are labeled as traditional crafts, which include traditional manufacturing, cooking of traditional dishes and building activity. Regulation on classifications of professions that are considered as old and artistic crafts (Sl. glasnik RS, 2012) clearly outlines the types of crafts. Among all, the most common are pottery, farriery, cooper, draper, clothier, candy making, traditional footwear craft, weaving, tanning (e-Kapija, 2013). Traditional craftsmanship reflects the conditions and centuries-long traditions of folk life in the countryside and the city.According to the census, craftsmanship as a statistical category of activities was followed by the end of the 20th century. In the following years, there were data in the form of internal documentation on the number of enterprises, institutions and other legal entities in the category of craft and personal services. In the last two censuses, data on crafts have disappeared completely as a category because they were treated in the context of other, related or less related categories. The idea for this work was initiated by information from the media, which more often show different stories about traditional crafts. The significance of the researc...

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Investment opportunities in agri-tourism in India

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A strategic approach to sustainable agricultural tourism “case study of Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia”

A strategic approach to sustainable agricultural tourism “case study of Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia”

The Geographical Aspects of Traditional Handicrafts in Serbia

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