Children and young people will be given the opportunity to find out how food is grown and produced, explore why food and how we produce it really matters, make informed choices about food and healthy nutrition, discover what happens on a real-life farm, experience what the countryside can offer and learn more about environmental issues linked to food and the countryside. The campaign will gather together events, activities and resources that will support teaching, both inside and outside the classroom, in a range of curriculum areas including PHSE, Science, Design and Technology, and Geography.

It is hoped that throughout the Year, farmers, food producers and lots of other organisations will be offering a wide range of ideas and events, information and teaching materials for participating schools thus creating long and lasting partnerships between schools and food, and farming businesses.

There are many ways for farm and food businesses to get involved, from hosting visits or going into the classroom, to providing pupils with growing kits. To find out more or to offer your support, log on to the Year of Food or Farming website www.yearoffoodandfarming.org.uk

Also check out our Megamap to discover what events and activities are taking place in your area.