Funded by the Federal Government, The Kids to Farms program aims to enable every child in NSW to have two educational interactions with the agricultural sector before they are 12.
“This is a fantastic program and I encourage farmers to get involved,” NSW Farmers president James Jackson said.
“From the far west of the state to the south and north coast, students in all areas will have the opportunity to visit a farm in their local area and learn more about where local food and fibre comes from.
“With agriculture being rolled out across the NSW curriculum, we aim to provide teachers and students with an opportunity to learn about Australia’s food and fibre production in a hands-on, interactive environment with the farmer.
“We know that 59 per cent of students learn what they know about food and fibre production from their teachers.
“We cannot underestimate the importance of our primary teachers in supporting our kids to engage with the agricultural industry.”
Mr Jackson said the program was a combination of digital programs and on-farm experience.
Federal Agriculture Minister David Littleproud said not enough children have hands-on knowledge about where food and fibre come from.
“By providing these positive experiences on the farm and in the classroom, our kids cannot only learn more about the agriculture sector but understand the breadth of career possibilities in agriculture as well,” he said.
For more details on Kids to Farms, visit: www.visitmyfarm.com.au/kids-to-farms-home
