Farms are the perfect place to learn about science teachers are being told.

The NFU has developed a range of teaching packs linked to the national science curriculum in England to help show youngsters what happens to their favourite ingredients from farm to fork.

Teachers can download videos starring pupils from St. Barnabas Primary School under a new Science Farm series. The videos explain how carrots are produced, the food chain of a school dinner and a sensory trail that enables exploration of the farm with all five senses. Also available to download will be lesson plans and ideas and activity sheets.

NFU deputy president Minette Batters said: “We’re really excited with these new educational digital tools that will allow teachers to provide truly memorable lessons where children will get the opportunity to explore where their food comes from and how it’s grown.

“We believe passionately about educating young people and we feel strongly that food production should be a core part of the national school curriculum. As farmers it’s not just our job to grow the food that we eat but to engage and reconnect with the public including children. Learning about British food and farming from a young age will ultimately help our future generations make informed choices."