06/08/2026
Food is so much more than fuel. 🌱 It's a way to connect with nature, our communities, and each other.
In our latest blog, we explore why food education matters, not just for helping children understand where their food comes from, but for inspiring curiosity, healthier lifestyles, and a deeper appreciation of the natural world.
It was inspired by Vanessa being interviewed on BBC Wiltshire Radio about the shocking statistics that one in three children don't know that bananas grow on trees, and one in five think fruit and veg are only available from shops.
If we want future generations to value healthy food and a thriving environment, we need to give them opportunities to learn beyond the classroom.
Read the full blog here and listen to the audio clip: https://rootedchippenham.org/news/rooted-in-learning-why-food-education-matters
💚 We'd love to hear your thoughts. How did you first learn about growing or cooking food? Share your story in the comments!
One in three children don’t know that bananas grow on trees, 2 in 5 that potatoes grow underground and 1 in 5 think fruit and vegetables are nothing to do with farms and are only available from shops. These terrifying statistics were recently collated by Hello Fresh.
