Economic conditions of agrotourism farm development based on own research Cover Image

Ekonomiczne uwarunkowania rozwoju gospodarstw agroturystycznych na przykładzie badań własnych
Economic conditions of agrotourism farm development based on own research

Author(s): Piotr Bórawski
Subject(s): Economy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Ekonomicznego we Wrocławiu
Keywords: agrotourism; economic factors; barriers and chances

Summary/Abstract: The survey was carried out in 32 farm in 2008 in Warmia and Mazury voivodeship. Particular attention was paid to farms specializing in agrotourism. Farmers pointed out barriers and factors determining profitability of alternative income sources. The economic situation of surveyed farms was investigated. The survey proved that the short tourism period was the biggest problem, but the main factor determining success in agrotourism was the specialization of activity. The surveyed farms are much larger than average farms in Poland and their economic situation is quite good. Agrotourism can be alternative income source in a farm.

  • Issue Year: 2011
  • Issue No: 231
  • Page Range: 140-149
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Polish