Local and Seasonal Food

About Course

Welcome to our unit on using seasonal and local produce in schools. Learn the benefits of fresh, nutritious food, support local farmers, reduce waste, and plan delicious seasonal recipes. Discover how to identify and source seasonal produce, and make informed, sustainable food choices. Join us for healthier meals and a greener community.

Course Content

Why should I use seasonal and local produce?
Eating local, seasonal produce means fresher, tastier, and more nutritious food at lower costs, supporting your community and reducing food waste. It also ensures transparency in food sourcing and lowers environmental impact through reduced transportation and packaging.

You can eat better quality food for less
It’s easier to know what you’re getting.
It supports your local community
It will reduce your environmental impact

About Course

Course Content

You can eat better quality food for less

It’s easier to know what you’re getting.

It supports your local community

It will reduce your environmental impact

How do I know what is seasonal and local?

Introduction to Seasonal and Local Produce

Summer

Autumn

Winter

Spring

Finding your local producers

Eat local and seasonal – a summary

What you have learned