FARMER KNOWLEDGE

The following article first appeared in the Ashburton Courier on 14 July 2022.

Farmers across the country are being asked to go back to school as a part of a new Educational programme for children called Farmer Time. The initiative, which originates from the UK, links farmers with primary and intermediate school children through virtual classroom sessions using video call technology. Students chat live with their matched farmer, gaining an understanding of farming across the seasons and providing real-world examples of what they're learning during the school year. Kit Arkwright, CEO of Beef + Lamb Inc, which is driving the initiative, is keen to see food producers from all sectors get involved.