Farming For Our Future Excursion Y7&8
Explore farming and learn about organic, local food.
PROGRAM DETAILS
YEAR LEVELS
Y7&8
cost
Full day 10am – 2pm $590 per group (max 25 students) +$10 booking fee
ratio
One adult: 20 students. Minimum of 1 staff per group
Explore how some agricultural practices have affected environmental health and soil quality, while soil care is transforming our food systems and is pivotal to address climate change.
- Discover what ‘urban farming’ means and how it can benefit the community and the environment
- Explore and understand the different practical skills of organic garden/farming practices
- Identify the different processes needed to create compost and understand its role in regenerating soils
- Explore our global diet and identify the role of Indigenous knowledge and bushfoods can have on our food security into the future
“I feel like learnt so much more than I already knew and the kids really benefited from this. The two group system worked well and the teachers did a great job. Will be talking about this for a long time with the students.” – Year 8 Teacher