Agritourism, which introduces people to new aspects of agricultural life, is becoming a more creative aspect of tourism. With retreats that skilfully combine education and pleasure, this phenomenon, which began in Europe in the 1980s, has spread throughout the world. This examines the importance of agritourism in detail, highlighting important players such as farmers, land and agricultural practices. The benefits are explained, including cultural exchange, educational enrichment, tradition preservation, and local communities' economic strengthening. In the Indian setting, this study explores how agritourism benefits farmers by promoting rural development, economic growth, and environmental preservation. As examples, a variety of successful Indian agritourism projects demonstrate the applicability of this concept and its capacity to promote sustainable development. This also highlighted the significant contribution made by the Maharashtra Agritourism Development Corporation to the growth of the sector. The firm has had difficulties along the way, though. Effect of Agritourism' on traditional farming are a source of worry, as there are marketing challenges, budgetary limitations and the need for careful navigation. To address these issues, programs like as capacity building, training, farmer mentorship and support network formation have been put in place. Agritourism's concrete effects include higher farmer incomes, support for sustainable and organic farming methods, and educational programs that equip the next generation of agricultural businesspeople. Conclusion strongly asserts that agritourism is a powerful instrument for farming communities, offering significant economic, environmental, and social advantages while paving the road for sustainable development

Rising Trend, Rural development, Sustainable development, Tourism, Economic Growth

Agritourism in India is becoming a popular way to connect farming with tourism. It helps farmers earn extra income and gives people from cities a chance to enjoy and learn about village life. This not only supports farmers but also helps rural areas grow by keeping old traditions alive and encouraging eco-friendly tourism. Many places across India, like Maharashtra and Assam, have shown that agritourism can create jobs, support small businesses, and attract visitors looking for peaceful and natural experiences. However, there are still some problems. Many farmers don’t know much about agritourism. Some villages lack good roads, internet, transport, and healthcare. Also, marketing and promotion of these places are often not strong enough. To fix these problems, the government, private companies, and training programs need to work together to support farmers and improve village services. If planned well, agritourism can play a big role in helping India grow in a balanced and eco-friendly way. It can improve farmers’ lives and give tourists a chance to enjoy the beauty and culture of rural India. With the right support and efforts, agritourism can grow even more and help many people across the country

Hardik Verma and Sanjay Prakash Singh (2025). Rising Trend of Agritourism. Biological Forum, 17(5a): 97-100