Form I enjoyed investigating the environmental factors which affect farming and took measurements of light, moisture and the pH of the soils in three separate locations. They learnt a new respect for soil as they were shown the connection between the soil characteristics and what can be grown on it.
Pupils were shown how Rushall Farm is a mixed farm, where they grow cereal crops and sell sheep and cattle, as well as being an organic farm. Pupils learnt about inputs, processes and outputs into the farm and about how little labour is required with the use of machinery. We were also shown how the farm has diversified into other activities such as school visits, camping, forestry and as a venue for events.
As always, the geographical highlight was the Chalk Pit with its geological cross section dating back 87 million years. Unfortunately, lamb holding was off the agenda this year, and older girls may be sad to learn of the passing of an old favourite, Camilla the pig.
Form I will begin an independent project in the classroom as they analyse their test results and decipher their very muddy notes and we look forward to seeing the finished projects.
Form I enjoyed investigating the environmental factors which affect farming and took measurements of light, moisture and the pH of the soils in three separate locations. They learnt a new respect for soil as they were shown the connection between the soil characteristics and what can be grown on it.
Pupils were shown how Rushall Farm is a mixed farm, where they grow cereal crops and sell sheep and cattle, as well as being an organic farm. Pupils learnt about inputs, processes and outputs into the farm and about how little labour is required with the use of machinery. We were also shown how the farm has diversified into other activities such as school visits, camping, forestry and as a venue for events.
As always, the geographical highlight was the Chalk Pit with its geological cross section dating back 87 million years. Unfortunately, lamb holding was off the agenda this year, and older girls may be sad to learn of the passing of an old favourite, Camilla the pig.
Form I will begin an independent project in the classroom as they analyse their test results and decipher their very muddy notes and we look forward to seeing the finished projects.
