Agritourism in Lucedale
Agritourism brings economic and educational benefits to Lucedale, as seen in Seward Farms.
Members of the Seward family operate Seward Farms, a third-generation farm that has expanded its business model over 20 years by opening to tourists.
- Started with a single corn maze in 2002
- Now includes over 20 activities and a seasonal event calendar
- Event venue seats up to 500
Educating the public about farming and getting the word out there — and also making a very cool, awesome place to come and play ... really brings everybody together
Susan Seward, co-owner of the farm, emphasizes the importance of educating the public about farming.
Mississippi has over 31,000 farms covering 11 million acres, but few residents have regular contact with agriculture.
At Seward Farms, children from prekindergarten through high school visit on field trips to learn about food growth and harvesting.
Author's summary: Agritourism benefits Lucedale economy and education.