RDP project database
Village Level Diversificsation into Agrotourism
Summary
The diversification activities implemented by a small group of dairy farmers have provided a small rural community with the possibility to grow and revitalize its economy, becoming a significant tourist centre in the region.
Background
The project was conceived and implemented in a small Estonian village where dairy production was the main economic activity. The participating farmers recognised that diversification into other economic activities was the key to economic and social development and developed a project to meet these needs.
Objective
The main aim of this project was to increase local economic sustainability through supporting diversification activities of the Nopri Talumeierei dairy production centre. Specifical objectives were the creation of a farm shop and agrotourism facilities / a multipurpose conference centre.
Main activities
The main activities of the project consisted of: 1) building a farm shop; 2) new kitchen and conference facilities (conference room for 80 people); 3) buying the equipment for the kitchen and farm shop.
Results & Benefits
The project is considered successful. It has facilitated both the economic and social development of the Nopri community. Specifically through: 1) direct farm sales; 3) new jobs created within the community. The 'conference' centre has become the local peoples favorite place to meet and organise leisure activities.
Lessons learnt
It is possible for relatively small investments implemented by a few farmers to create the right conditions to stimulate the development of a whole community and to make it attractive for tourists.
Project location and other information
Kärinä village, Vöru county, Estonia
Region
Lõuna-Eesti
RDP Territory
Estonia
Total project cost (€)
101 266
EAFRD contribution (€)
45 570
National contribution (€)
15 190
Private contribution (€)
40 506
Project website
Contact name
Tiit Niilo
Telephone
+372 5172478
Languages for contact
Estonian
At a glance
Country
Estonia
Final beneficiary type
Individual farmers, Non-governmental organisations
Budget range
€100 000 - €500 000
Start date:
01/01/2008
End Date:
31/12/2009
Theme / Measure:
Rural Quality of Life & Economic Diversification
Rural economic diversification
311. Diversification into non-agricultural activities
Keywords:
Agri-tourism, Dairy sector, Employment, Farm shop
Last update
16/05/2012