AROUND 1,000 school children have been learning about the importance of Cumbrian produce thanks to a grant of £11,840 from the Westmorland Family Community Fund.
The Soil Association received the funding to deliver the Food for Life programme in four primary schools - Kirkby Stephen, Orton, Crosby Ravensworth and Beaconside - close to Tebay Services.
The scheme links to the curriculum and encourages a better understanding of growing, cooking and learning to love good food.
Schools work to a bronze, silver or gold standard, evidencing their achievements against agreed criteria. Activities have included sausage making masterclasses and a design a plate competition.
Ian Nutt, Head of Development at The Soil Association, said: "It has been wonderful to see how much the pupils enjoyed the programme and their appreciation of where food comes from and the importance of good food."
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