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Vol. 12 No. 3 (2025)

Agritourism and rural livelihood sustainability: A systematic literature review

DOI
https://doi.org/10.14719/pst.8404
Submitted
20 March 2025
Published
30-06-2025 — Updated on 03-07-2025
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Abstract

Agritourism is emerging as a key driver of rural livelihood sustainability, seamlessly blending agriculture with tourism to create economic, environmental and social benefits. This systematic literature review, conducted using the PRISMA framework, analyzes 1330 articles from the Scopus database, identifying 220 relevant studies. The review examines key aspects, including author keywords, co-authorship networks and international collaborations. The findings underscore the significant connection between agritourism and sustainable development, highlighting its crucial role in job creation, income diversification, environmental conservation and the preservation of cultural heritage. However, the development of sustainable agritourism, particularly in developing countries, faces substantial problems, including inadequate infrastructure, financial constraints and legal barriers. Overcoming these obstacles necessitates a collaborative approach involving governments, private investors and local communities. Strategic initiatives such as enhanced infrastructure, supportive regulations and financial incentives are capable of helping the sector expand. Furthermore, integrating technology, digital marketing and new business models may broaden agritourism's reach and effectiveness. Future studies should focus on ways to maximize the sector's potential, such as community-based initiatives, sustainable tourism models and cross-sectoral collaborations. With the right laws and joint efforts, agritourism has the potential to be a transformative force, promoting economic resilience, environmental preservation and long-term sustainability in rural communities worldwide.

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