AHDB partners with RHET to inspire the next generation through dairy
education

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is 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 will feature various activities,
including interactive teacher training sessions throughout Scotland during
September, plus launching new classroom resources like ‘Moo Maths’,
delivering 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 which will reach a different audience
through our education offering. This sponsorship enables us to continue
offering 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, making agriculture and rural life
accessible and engaging for young people. They do this through farm visits
and events, classroom talks, free educational resources, school
competitions, training for farmers and teachers, attending local shows and
an education program at the annual Royal Highland Show.

Building on the success of the previous themed years – featuring sheep
and wool, seeds and grains, and beef – ‘All Things Dairy’ will
explore the world of dairy, from how dairy products are made to the vital
role of dairy farming.

AHDB’s sponsorship of this initiative aligns perfectly with its 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”.

Find out more about AHDB’s commitment to education at
ahdb.org.uk/education or learn more about the exciting opportunities
offered by RHET at rhet.org.uk/journey .