National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy
The National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy was launched today, marking an unprecedented collaboration between 15 rural research and development corporations to transform how...
WORKFORCE AND LEADERSHIP
National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy
50 pages
Published: 20 Nov 2025
Author(s): Rural Research and Development Corporations
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The National Schools Food and Fibre Education Strategy was launched today, marking an unprecedented collaboration between 15 rural research and development corporations to transform how Australian students learn about the nation’s $80 billion food and fibre sector.
The Strategy aims to inspire and equip the next generation with knowledge about modern food and fibre production, while highlighting the diverse career opportunities in one of Australia’s most vital industries.
Research shows nearly 80% of primary students cannot identify current dairy farming practices, and three quarters of Australians live in major cities, increasingly disconnected from food production. This Strategy addresses a critical knowledge gap that threatens the sector’s future workforce and social licence.
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