On Friday, January 16, 2026, starting at 4:00 p.m., the conference “Sixty Years of Agritourism – Opportunities between History, Present, and Future” will take place at the Sala Celesti of the Municipality of Lonato (BS). The event is promoted by Confagricoltura Brescia and is held as part of the 68th Regional Fair of Lonato del Garda, under the patronage of the Municipality of Lonato.
A moment of discussion dedicated to the evolution of agritourism, its historical roots, and future prospects, with contributions from institutions, agricultural entrepreneurs, and the academic world.
Greetings
Roberto Tardani, Mayor of Lonato del Garda
Massimo Castellini, Councillor for Agriculture – Municipality of Lonato del Garda
Introduction
Giovanni Garbelli, President of Confagricoltura Brescia
Debora Massari, Councillor for Tourism – Lombardy Region
Speakers
Riccardo Ricci Curbastro, Ricci Curbastro Winery
Rossella Guerini, Cascina Carai Agriturismo – Marone
Roberto Denti, La Filanda Agriturismo – Manerba
Franco Bettoni, Padernello Agriturismo – Borgo San Giacomo
Anna Giorgi, Head of the UNIMONT Centre – University of Milan
Conclusions
Gianluigi Vimercati, Vice President of Confagricoltura Brescia
Moderator
Salvatore Montillo, Giornale di Brescia