There is a well known saying, 'no pain, no gain' and that will be ringing true in the minds of Milk Link’s 1,600 producers, who are on the brink of reaping just reward for 12 years of loyalty and investment.South-west pupils develop own veg ‘patches’
SCHOOLS across Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset have taken delivery of their organic vegetable gardens, as part of the ‘Dig Down South West’ campaign.
Fifty primary schools in the four counties have planted a mixture of vegetables including lettuce, green beans, leeks, carrots, and potatoes in a designated area.
Sourcing food
Supported by Cornish Mutual, the campaign is helping children across the region to learn about the source of their food, grow their own produce and understand the benefits of living a more sustainable and healthier lifestyle.
The initiative will create 50 vegetable gardens in primary schools and encourage children, between the ages of five and eight, to take an active interest in gardening and local produce.
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