Starting an Agritourism Farm: Zoning First, Then UGA and NRCS Resources

Q: Under contract for 7 acres outside the Perimeter. Nice house, horse barn, fencing for livestock. Want to make an after-school/camp/birthday party/farm-styled place to showcase animals and gardening to city folk. Advice?

First job: ensure property is properly zoned for planned activities. Don't spend much until zoning assured. Then call Extension (1-800-ASKUGA1) for UGA resources. Contact local NRCS (bit.ly/GANRCS) for soil protection. I have horse management info at bit.ly/GAhorse.