427: Why food education matters more now than ever before

Knowing where food comes from may not seem essential to some. 

Why know how to grow a courgette when you can simply buy one at the supermarket?

But is that attitude sustainable in a world with rising costs, rising temperatures, and rising global insecurity?

A recent study suggests our knowledge about food in the UK – how it is made and where it comes from – is limited.

25% of children surveyed said they thought strawberries grow underground.

You may be tempted to blame the parents – 20% of them could not recognise a courgette.

These figures are not designed to attack anyone, but they highlight the point, there is a knowledge gap.

So, in this episode of the Food Matters Live podcast, made in partnership with the charity School Food Matters, we ask: How do we, as adults, help kids learn more about food? 

Guests:
Stephanie Slater, Founder & Chief Executive, School Food Matters
Chantelle Nicholson, Chef & Owner of Apricity Restaurant
Linde Stael, Sustainability and Foundation Manager, Belazu Foundation