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NEWS RELEASE (CNS671) -->> AGRICULTURE/MARKETING--REGIONAL AGRI-FOOD RESEARCH AVAILABLE AGRICULTURE/MARKETING--REGIONAL AGRI-FOOD RESEARCH AVAILABLE ----------------------------------------------------------------- Agricultural and Marketing Minister Guy Brown today announced the release of three new research reports pertaining to food, agriculture and tourism opportunities that are now available through the department. The 1996 Maritime Food Consumer Survey explores consumer food preferences, attitudes and habits with specific focus on Maritime food products. This profile of the region's consumer market helps identify opportunities for expanding markets for local foods. The Maritime Health and Food Consumption Report investigates food nutritional issues of concern to Maritime consumers. The report also looks at consumer beliefs on how food consumption affects their health. This study has implications for food producers, processors and marketers as they attempt to tailor products to meet the increasing demands of today's health conscious consumers. The third report, An Agri-tourism Strategy for Nova Scotia, examines the potential for an expanded agriculture-based tourism industry. In its current form, agri-tourism activities in the province generate over $29 million for the local economy. These activities include farm-based accommodations, rural attractions, rural retail opportunities, such as roadside markets and u-picks, and agriculture-based festivals and events such as the Apple Blossom Festival. The study confirms there is potential for further development of agri-tourism in the province. All three studies were commissioned by the Marketing Services Branch of the Department of Agriculture and Marketing. Complete reports are available at a cost of $49.95 each. For ordering details phone (902) 893-6384 or fax (902) 895-9403. -30- Contact: Scott Hosking 902-893-6384 trp Oct. 17, 1996 - 11:05 a.m.