Cow-Side Conversations

Episode 8: Maria Forry shares why agritourism and on-farm events are worth it and how to manage multiple enterprises

June 24, 2022 Center for Dairy Excellence Season 2 Episode 8
Cow-Side Conversations
Episode 8: Maria Forry shares why agritourism and on-farm events are worth it and how to manage multiple enterprises
Show Notes

As we celebrate National Dairy Month this June, Maria Forry, a dairy producer from Lancaster County, Pa., shared how Oregon Dairy Farm LLC’s annual event – Family Farm Days – reaches up to 10,000 people each year. In this episode of “Cow-Side Conversations,” Maria described the planning process, the partnerships they have formed within the community to make the event successful, and why this type of agritourism event makes an impact for all of production agriculture. She also discussed the multiple enterprises and revenue streams on her family’s operation and how their business has evolved over the years.