The Soil Association is launching a “month-long campaign to raise awareness of the many benefits of organic food and farming, which include:

• Supporting biodiversity and wildlife
• Helping to combat climate change
• The highest standards of animal welfare
• Reduced exposure to pesticides
• Food as it should be, and food you can trust

In the face of climate change, diet related ill-health and widespread decline in wildlife, the need to change our food systems has never been greater.”

Greenbank College will be looking to get involved in this campaign by partnering up with local organic producers and health-food shops to raise awareness. So, keep an eye on our social media channels and watch this space. Our Catering Department may have a few surprises in store…