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AHDB partners with RHET to inspire the next generation through dairy education
Wednesday, 4 September 2024
We are excited to be sponsoring the Royal Highland Education Trust’s (RHET) ‘All Things Dairy’ for the new academic year.
The Journey of Food – All Things Dairy activities include interactive teacher training sessions throughout Scotland in September, new classroom resources such as ‘Moo Maths’, online interactive activities like ‘Meet the Dairy Calves’ events in November, and a ‘Design a Milkshake’ competition in January 2025.
Katrina Barclay, Executive Officer at RHET, said:
“We appreciate AHDB’s support in bringing All Things Dairy to life, providing key industry links and access to research and resources that will reach a different audience through our education offering.
"This sponsorship enables us to continue shining a spotlight on the dairy industry, providing experiences to connect young people with farming and food production”.
RHET works with a network of dedicated volunteers across Scotland to provide free, hands-on educational activities and experiential learning opportunities linked to the curriculum.
They aim to make agriculture and rural life accessible and engaging for young people through:
- Farm visits and events
- Classroom talks
- Free educational resources
- School competitions
- Training for farmers and teachers
- Attending local shows
- An education program at the annual Royal Highland Show
Following the success of previous themed years, featuring sheep and wool, seeds and grains, and beef, the upcoming theme of ‘All Things Dairy’ will explore the world of dairy. The focus will be on the production of dairy products and the important role of dairy farming.
Our sponsorship of this initiative aligns perfectly with our ongoing mission to increase children's understanding of where their food comes from.
Doreen Anderson, AHDB Senior Knowledge Exchange Manager (Dairy), said:
“We are thrilled to support RHET’s ‘Year of Dairy’ and help inspire the next generation to learn about the origins of their food and the vital role of farming in our communities”.