WE ARE AGRITOURISM ONTARIO

The Purpose of this Association is to help members improve their profitability by:

• Encouraging networking.
• Representing members in matters concerning marketing legislation, and marketing issues, for the betterment of the industry as a whole.
• Motivating and educating members for the advancement of the entire direct farm sales industry through newsletters, educational programs (ie. conferences, workshops, tours) and networking opportunities.
• Monitoring the industry through surveys, consultations, and international contacts.
• Accumulating funds for the long term viability of the association and for use in education, market research, promotion, membership development, and administration.
• Providing full members with publicity and other merchandising materials that will assist in promoting the sales of Ontario farm products.

Agritourism Ontario (AO) was founded in 1973 as a not-for-profit, educational, and promotional organization. Its general membership is made up of dedicated Ontario farmers with a keen interest in promoting the direct farm sales industry (which includes on-farm markets and pick-your-own operations) and encouraging improvements and maintaining integrity in the industry.

AO is your number one source for local food in Ontario!