The Federal Government is strengthening its push to lure more tourists to regional areas by promoting the fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses, nuts and other produce for sale at the farm-gate.Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Tony Burke launched an initial study in March, to look at what drives food tourism and how the industry could grow. After a strong industry response, the Bureau of Rural Sciences study will be expanded to investigate particular businesses and regions in more detail. Food... ...Read more »

The Barossa is setting the Australian benchmark for food and wine tourism, according to a new report by the Sustainable Tourism Cooperative Research Centre. Tourism Minister Jane Lomax-Smith notes that the report highlights the heightened interest in food and wine tourism and outlines the potential for further growth. “The report also identifies an increasing demand among consumers for food and wine tourism experiences,” she said. “The Food and Wine Tourism in Australia report shows... ...Read more »