Kansas Agritourism
Frequently Asked Questions

There is NO cost to register your agritourism business with the State of Kansas.

 There are three main benefits of becoming registered with the state

1. You receive limited liability protection from the State on your property
2. Education, networking, and resource opportunities
3. ​Free Marketing from the state level

The Act deems agritourism activities as any activity which allows members of the public, for recreational, entertainment, or educational purposes, to view or enjoy rural activities, including, but not limited to, farming activities, ranching activities, or historic, cultural, or natural attractions.

Yes, by becoming a registered member of the Agritourism Program, you must still follow and comply with county laws and regulations.

Registering your agritourism business does not provide complete protection against all liability. As with any business venture that allows public access, you should have liability coverage, business owners are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to obtain liability insurance through an insurance provider of their choice.

Your registration with the Agritourism Program is good for 5 years. Once the five years is up you can reregister your business with the program.

The Kansas Agritourism Promotion Act was signed into law to promote and support the growth of the agritourism industry, rural tourism, and rural economic development in Kansas.

Registration with the Agritourism Program has no determination of how your land is zoned. Work with your county jurisdiction to determine land zoning.