30/05/2026
Tariq Tanveer
Founder & CEO, Agri Tourism Development Corporation of Pakistan (ATDCP)
Host, Kisan Ka Pakistan TV Program
Agri-Tourism Advocate | Rural Development Practitioner | Tourism Innovator | Agricultural Branding Specialist
Professional Biography
Tariq Tanveer is a pioneering agri-tourism practitioner, rural development advocate, media personality, and tourism innovator from Pakistan. He is widely recognized as one of the leading promoters of Agri-Tourism, Farm Tourism, and Rural Tourism in Pakistan, dedicating more than 25 years of his professional life to connecting agriculture, tourism, education, entrepreneurship, and community development.
As the Founder and CEO of the Agri Tourism Development Corporation of Pakistan (ATDCP), Tariq Tanveer has played a transformative role in introducing and promoting agri-tourism as a sustainable economic model for farmers and rural communities.
His vision is to help farmers diversify their income by integrating tourism, value-added products, branding, direct marketing, and educational experiences into agricultural enterprises.
Through his efforts, hundreds of farms, agricultural entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and tourism stakeholders have been inspired to adopt innovative approaches that generate income while preserving rural culture, local traditions, and agricultural heritage.
Media & Public Awareness
Tariq Tanveer is also the host of the television program "Kisan Ka Pakistan", where he highlights successful farming practices, innovative agricultural technologies, value-added products, agri-business opportunities, and farm tourism models.
His talk on TEDx Platform getting popular turning soil in to billion dollars industry.
Through his program ,seminars, workshops, and public engagements, he has reached thousands of farmers, students, entrepreneurs, and policymakers across Pakistan.
Leadership in Agri-Tourism
Over the years, Tariq Tanveer has:
Organized approximately 700 agricultural events, festivals, seminars, and awareness programs across Pakistan.
Initiated and promoted numerous Agri-Tourism and Farm Tourism destinations.
Organized 14 National Agri-Tourism Conferences in collaboration with leading agricultural universities and institutions.
Developed and promoted themed tourism villages based on fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, tea, mushrooms, and other agricultural products.
Worked extensively on agricultural branding, farm-based experiences, value addition, direct farm marketing, and rural entrepreneurship.
Promoted farm-to-table tourism concepts and experiential learning for schools, universities, and families.
Advocated for sustainable rural development through tourism-based agriculture models.
International Representation
Tariq Tanveer has represented Pakistan at international forums dedicated to agri-tourism and rural development. He has participated in international conferences and knowledge-sharing platforms, including programs organized by the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) and other regional institutions focused on sustainable agriculture and tourism development.
His work has contributed to positioning Pakistan as an emerging destination for agri-tourism within Asia.
Awards & Recognitions
* National Tourism Award – Pakistan
Awarded for outstanding contributions to the promotion and development of Agri-Tourism and Rural Tourism in Pakistan.
* Governor Award – Punjab
Recognized for exceptional services in agricultural innovation, rural development, and tourism promotion.
* Asia Farm Tourism Champion Advocacy Award – Philippines
Honored at the Asian level for his advocacy, leadership, and pioneering contributions toward the promotion of Farm Tourism and Agri-Tourism development across the region.
Vision
Tariq Tanveer envisions a future where every farm can become a destination, every farmer can become an entrepreneur, and every rural community can benefit from tourism-driven economic opportunities.
His mission is to establish Pakistan as a leading agri-tourism destination in Asia by integrating:
Sustainable Agriculture
Rural Tourism
Farm Experiences
Value Addition
Agricultural Branding
Community Development
Environmental Stewardship
Key Areas of Expertise
Agri-Tourism Development
Farm Tourism Planning
Rural Tourism Strategies
Agricultural Branding
Value Addition & Direct Marketing
Tourism Village Development
Festival & Event Management
Community-Based Tourism
Sustainable Rural Development
Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Tourism Policy Advocacy
Media Communication & Public Awareness