The National Food MarketMaker portal was developed at University of Illinois in 2004 by Extension specialists in response to agribusinesses’ needs to establish an online presence to reach direct market customers searching for food products and tourism ven

Agritourism provides Virginia farmers with opportunities to diversify farm income, strengthen community engagement, and improve the long-term sustainability of their operations. However, developing and managing an agritourism enterprise requires compliance with a range of legal and regulatory requirements that are often dispersed across state statutes, agency guidance, and local ordinances. This publication consolidates key information on liability protection, insurance, land use and zoning, taxation, business registration, food regulations, and permitting requirements applicable to agritourism operations in Virginia. The review synthesizes relevant Virginia statutes, government publications, extension resources, and selected scholarly literature to provide producers with a practical reference for understanding major regulatory considerations. Rather than replicating legal, tax, or insurance advice, this publication is intended to help farmers identify issues that require professional guidance and facilitate informed discussions with attorneys, accountants, insurance providers, extension personnel, and local regulatory agencies. By presenting these requirements in a single Virginia-specific resource, this publication supports informed decision-making, regulatory compliance, risk management, and the sustainable development of agritourism enterprises.