This is the Year of Food and Farming!

Did you know that September 2007 marks the start of the The Year of Food and Farming? How food is produced, sourced and impacts on our health and the environment will form the basis of the year, which aims to involve all children and young people in schools across the country. The objectives of The Year of Food and Farming include:

• Development of healthier lifestyles and good nutrition.
• Greater appreciation of the importance of the countryside and environmental issues.
• Improving understanding of the food chain and the role played by farming.

The timing of this year-long event comes soon after the benefits of outdoor experiences were highlighted by DfES in the “Learning Outside the Classroom” manifesto. Look out for the teachers’ packs “Why Farming Matters” launched by the National Farming Union (NFU) and check out www.yearoffoodandfarming.org.uk.

Click here for more information on how Sue can help with your Year of Food and Farming.

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