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Being an educational charity we have an unbiased view of other organisations and their activities. We do not necessarily endorse or support the views held by the following organisations and hold no responsibility for the contents of any websites.
The British Science Association
The British Science Association seeks to promote open and informed discussion on issues involving science, so that science can advance in harmony with society. It is a voluntary organisation which encompasses the natural and social sciences, engineering, technology, health and medicine and their applications and implications.
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)
BBSRC is committed to making information about advances in the biosciences widely available to schools and the public. They have resources available to primary schools.
Farming & Countryside Education (FACE)
Farming & Countryside Education (FACE) aims to help young people throughout England and Wales learn more about food and farming in a sustainable countryside. It is a networking organisation with over 40 members. FACE works through its team of nine regional co-ordinators to work with schools and farmers locally. The website contains numerous resources and signposts to other useful sources of information and help.
Farmhouse Breakfast Week
Farmhouse Breakfast Week is a national campaign held annually, aimed at raising consumer awareness of the importance of a healthy balanced breakfast. To find out more about Farmhouse Breakfast Week and to receive teacher notes and task instructions please contact the HGCA website or contact Elsa Brown 0207 520 3971 or e-mail elsa.brown@hgca.com
Forest Education Initiative (FEI)
Forest Education Initiative (FEI) aims to increase the understanding and appreciation, particularly among young people, of the environmental, social and economic potential of trees, woodlands and forests and of the link between the tree and everyday wood products.
Health Promoting Schools
This exciting new online resource offers practical guidance and information to help schools become health promoting. There are dedicated sections for practitioners, family and community members and interactive areas for primary and secondary school pupils.
Lantra
Lantra, The Sector Skills Council for the environmental and land-based sector, is licensed by the UK government to drive forward the new skills, training and business development agenda for the sector.
LEAF
LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) is a charity helping farmers improve their environmental and business performance and create a better public understanding of farming through a nationwide network of demonstration farms and the LEAF Marque Scheme.
NFU Scotland
NFU Scotland (NFUS) aims to promote and protect the interests of the Scottish farming industry, influence government, the public and consumers to that end, and assist its members to meet the needs of customers.
Quality Meat Scotland
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) is the public body responsible for helping the Scottish red meat sector improve its efficiency and profitability, and maximise its contribution to Scotland's economy.
The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland
The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland operates from the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh, an exhibition cente where over 400 events are held annually. The Society is responsible for The Royal Highland Show that takes place over four days at the end of June every year.
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH)
The natural heritage is one of Scotland’s biggest assets and the role of Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is to look after the natural heritage, help people to enjoy and value it, and encourage people to use it sustainably. SNH is a Government body responsible to Scottish Government Ministers and through them to the Scottish Parliament. SNH kindly support the work of RHET, taking the classroom to the countryside.
Tesco supports RHET's Farmhouse Breakfast Week activities, as part of the Tesco Greener Living campaign. Their Kids Go Green web page has information about making the home greener and ideas for environmentally friendly kids activities.
