The aim of the visit is to familiarise the travel professionals with Cork, so that when they return home, they will be better informed about the city .
30 September 2023 By Mary Bermingham elaine@TheCork.ie Representatives of six Belgian and Dutch tour operators have been exploring Cork city and county this week – as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland. The aim of the visit is to familiarise the travel professionals with Cork and our superb tourism offering, so that when they return…
Call issued for proposals on agri-food tourism initiatives
A call has been issued from the government for proposals for agri-food tourism initiatives under the 2021 Rural Innovation and Development Fund.
Making the call, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue said: “Agri-food tourism is of great importance for rural areas.
“Funding under this scheme allows rural businesses, including farmers, producers and artisans, to develop their products and services, connect with the community and visitors and improve the rural experience.”
The total funding available is €275,000 for projects supporting agri-food tourism initiatives (which may also include rural food markets). The maximum amount payable to any project is €25,000.