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All for Farm and Food for All
A national primary competition with lasting impact.
All for Farm, Food for All is a LEAF-led national primary competition that connects children with food, farming and sustainability — bringing real farming experiences into everyday learning.
Through live lessons, LEAF resources and hands-on activities, pupils explored where their food comes from, the role farming plays in daily life, and how sustainable food systems are shaping our future.
What pupils experienced.
Across participating schools, pupils took part in practical, real-world learning that brought farming to life, including:
Discovering food businesses, agriculture careers, and modern farming technology - including robotic milking.
Understanding farming with nature – producing food in harmony with positive environmental impact.
Exploring the foundations of sustainable food systems.
Caring for animals and learning about welfare.
Analysing the choices they have and the decisions they can make for a world that is growing, eating and living sustainably.
“Hands-on learning like this is crucial. It helps children understand the links between farming, food and the environment, while building curiosity and respect for nature.” — Teacher, Wales
Skills, knowledge and wellbeing.
Schools reported clear benefits for pupils, including:
Improved critical thinking, teamwork and communication.
Greater understanding of food production, sustainability and biodiversity.
Increased confidence, wellbeing and enjoyment of learning.
Stronger engagement with school and reduced negative behaviour.
“The impact of developing our garden and school farm has been phenomenal. Pupils enjoy school more, look forward to learning and are more confident and engaged.”
— Teacher, Winning School.
“My child is more confident, happier at school and always talking about farming and food at home. It’s had a positive impact on our whole family.”
— Parent, Participating School, South West England.
A lasting legacy.
For many schools, the competition was the start of a longer journey. Pupils continue to show enthusiasm for farming, food and the natural world, with schools developing gardens, farms and outdoor learning spaces that support ongoing learning.
“The long-term impact for our pupils will be their passion for farming, increased confidence and a real love of being outdoors and learning about nature.”
— Winning School, Primary.
Explore more.
Read about the previous competition.
Interested in future primary competitions?
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