Innovative Strategies for Rural Development: Advances in Sustainable Agriculture and Responsible Agritourism
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Agriculture".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 14 February 2026 | Viewed by 1564
Special Issue Editors
Interests: agritourism; tourism; ecoagritourism; rural development; agriculture progress; economic diversification; rural revitalization; entrepreneurship growth
Interests: artificial neural networks; artificial intelligence; machine learning; yield modelling; predictions; forecasting; crop production; agritourism development
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: entrepreneurship development in rural areas; development of rural tourism and agritourism; local heritage (culinary heritage, local and traditional products); short food supply chains
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Innovative strategies for rural development are transforming traditional agricultural practices and local economies by integrating advances in both agriculture and tourism.
Agritourism is the combination of agriculture and tourism. Thus, responsible agritourism promotes sustainable agriculture and creates opportunities for economic diversification by immersing travelers in farming practices, experiencing local culture, enjoying farm-to-table dining, engaging in hands-on agricultural activities, and supporting local communities.
These initiatives generate additional income streams and foster a deeper appreciation for rural lifestyles and the natural environment.
This emerging approach encourages rural communities to adopt eco-friendly farming techniques, utilize renewable energy, and implement precision agriculture technologies that optimize resources while minimizing environmental impact.
This Special Issue explores the intersection of agriculture and agritourism, focusing on innovative strategies that promote sustainable growth in both sectors, while also addressing potential conflicts and negative impacts. The topic of agritourism has recently gained momentum due to its potential to enhance rural economies, promote cultural exchange, and ensure environmental conservation.
Dr. Jarosław Uglis
Prof. Dr. Gniewko Niedbała
Dr. Anna Jęczmyk
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- rural development
- sustainable agriculture
- regenerative agriculture
- rural and agritourism
- responsible agritourism
- regenerative agritourism
- ecoagritourism
- farming tourism
- rural revitalization
- animals in tourism
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