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8.b agritourismJournal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development ISSN: 2152-0801 online https://www.foodsystemsjournal.org Figure 2. Five Categories of Agritourism including Direct Sales, Education, Hospitality, Outdoor Recreation, and Entertainment, and Examples of Core vs. Peripheral Activities AAERs pslD �h �� 9y Gr► h 24,E Ycc �s xcca z ac o 0loft r, h - kvti bass �too�S ES AND y� #ORSEBA[KRIDIN�' OU�ooR REC-1111 AND HUSTING outdoor recreation, and entertainment. The activities on the inner part of the wheel shown in Figure 2 are considered core, and those on the outer part are considered peripheral. As the wheel illustrates, activities may fall into multiple categories. For example, farm -to -table dinners and tastings span three categories: direct sales, education, and hospitality. Conclusions The term "agritourism" is understood in different ways throughout the U.S. and the world. This can create confusion and conflict with respect to communication, measurement, policy, and programs that support this emerging industry. While operational definitions may be applied to specific situations, there is a need for a common 18 Volume 8, Issue 1 / Spring 2018