Small CT farms diversify with agritourism to survive, grow
John and Carolyn Torello are looking to add a new revenue stream to their farm by building a little sunshine in Cheshire. The owners of Old Bishop Farm recently gained approval to host events such as weddings, wine tastings and parties. They are now seeking separate permission to build “the Sunshine Barn” events venue to diversify the land’s offerings. It’s a trend that many agree is vital to help keep small farms alive. Project proponents say there are no similar venues in Cheshire, and...
Source: hartfordbusiness.com