Women in Food Tourism: The Narrative of Producers

Abstract

Food tourism impacts the local development of communities from economic, cultural, and environmental perspectives. Also, it serves as a means for preserving and promoting traditions and fostering a sense of belonging within these communities. Despite the extensive body of research on food tourism, there is a limited focus on the perspective of women producers. This article aims to explore the development of food tourism from the perspective of rural women. Through interviews with 39 rural women involved in food production in the Campos, Ríos, and Lagunas region of the Buenos Aires province, Argentina, results highlight the area's food tourism potential driven by women's active involvement. In addition, the article highlights the necessity to expand public policies to address the situation of rural women, their vital role in agriculture, and their connection to local development and communities through food tourism

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