Farm stay facts for kids

A farm stay is a special kind of trip where you get to stay on a real, working farm! It's like a vacation but with a chance to see farm life up close.

Some farm stays are very hands-on. They might let you help feed the animals, collect fresh eggs, or learn how a farm works. These are often great for families with kids. Other farm stays are more about relaxing in a farm setting without much interaction.

Sometimes, "farm stay" can also mean a work exchange. This is where a guest helps out on the farm for a certain number of hours each week. In return, they get a free or very cheap place to stay.

Farm stays are part of something called agritourism. This means farmers open their farms to visitors for different reasons. It could be for tours, picking your own fruits, or even just buying fresh produce.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people looked for safe and open spaces to travel. Because of this, farm stays became much more popular than before.

Why Choose a Farm Stay?

Farm stays have become very popular around the world. They started growing in Europe in the 1980s, especially in Italy. There, they are known as agriturismo. Now, you can find them in places like Australia, Asia, and North America too.

Farmers like farm stays because it gives them another way to earn money. This extra income can be more steady and reliable.

People who visit farm stays often want to reconnect with nature and learn where their food supply comes from. It's a great way to understand the hard work involved in growing food and raising animals. It helps people appreciate rural life and the journey of their food from the farm to their plate.

See also

• Guest ranch
• Homestay
• Agritourism