As the academic year ends, RHET Fife proudly reflects on a successful year delivering hands-on farming, food, and countryside education to thousands of young people across the region.
Carole Brunton, project coordinator, said: “The demand for our services continues to grow. This year, we engaged nearly 16,500 young people through farm visits, classroom talks, Food & Farming Days, and special projects.”
The year’s activities included:
- 77 farm visits
- 77 groups attending Food & Farming Days
- 102 classroom talks
- Special projects like Reindeer Dust, the Porridge Oat project, and online sessions such as Talk to a Farmer and Collie Tales
In addition, 685 adults including teachers and parents took part in RHET sessions, showing the wide impact of the programme. Carole added: “We’re grateful for all the adults who support learning alongside the children.”
The success of RHET Fife depends on its dedicated volunteers - farmers who open their gates, those who give talks in schools, lead activities, and support events. Carole expressed her thanks: “Our volunteers are the backbone of everything we do.”
Local businesses and organisations have also been vital partners. Carole highlighted thanks to groups including Quality Meat Scotland, Quaker Oats, Kettle Produce, Fife Beekeepers, and many more for their ongoing support.
Thanks to generous funding from the Scottish Government, NFU Mutual, Fife Council, and others, RHET can continue to offer all activities free to schools. Carole said: “Keeping our services free means more children can learn where their food comes from.”
The team has grown this year with three new members and a SAYFC RHET Ambassador, helping to meet rising demand.
The year ends at the Royal Highland Show, where children can enjoy pizza making, milking a cow, and other hands-on experiences. Entry is free for under-16s.
Carole concluded: “Thanks to all our volunteers, partners, and funders for making this year a success. We look forward to inspiring the next generation.”
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