Grade: 5 to
6
Students will develop an understanding of how innovations in science support sustainable food and fibre production in Australia. Students will investigate a real-world case study on breeding mildew- and climate-resistant grapevines. They will apply their learning by designing an interactive pamphlet that communicates how collaboration between scientists and winemakers contributes to the economic and environmental sustainability of Australia's viticulture industry.
Grade: 5 to
6
This three-lesson unit introduces students to Australian pig production through age-appropriate, hands-on learning experiences. Students investigate life on a pig farm, explore how producers care for pigs throughout their life cycle and discover how pork becomes part of a healthy diet. Featuring virtual farm visits, discussion activities and practical learning tasks, the unit supports students to make connections between animals, food production and the products they use and consume every day.
Grade: 3 to
12
Step inside a working pine forest to see how timber moves from seed to shelter! This 360° ForestVR™ immersive experience shows the full renewable forestry cycle and can be viewed using an iPad, laptop, smart phone or via a VR headset. Follow along as growing seedlings and planting, through careful management and harvesting, to building the homes, schools, and workplaces we use every day.
Grade: 3 to
12
This 360° ForestVR™ video takes you from nursery to regrowth forest, showing how sustainably managed plantations grow, harvest, and regrow timber for beautiful, durable products like flooring, decking, and cladding. Perfect for students learning about renewable cycles, biodiversity, and sustainable land use. Fantastic for a quick overview in the classroom or at community events.
Grade: 0 to
6
These curriculum aligned invitations support the development of ocean literacy through clear, research aligned learning progressions. Across each set, students will develop scientific understanding and inquiry skills, strengthen connection to place and understand stewardship in action. Experiences are linked to Science and HASS curriculum outcomes with connections to both the general capabilities and cross curriculum priorities noted throughout.
Grade: 0 to
12
The free CANEGROWERS Sugarcane Education Pack offers a snapshot of practical resources and engaging classroom activities that help students deepen their understanding of one of Australia’s most versatile crops—sugarcane. Aligned with the Australian Curriculum, this visual pack brings the story of sugarcane to life and supports meaningful learning experiences for students of all ages.
Grade: 5 to
6
The Honey Bees: Survival, Sustainability and Science in Action three-lesson resource explores the importance of European honey bees in Australian environments and agricultural production. Throughout these lessons, students examine the physical features and behaviours that support honey bee survival in Australian habitats, the challenges facing honey bee populations, and how scientific research contributes to sustainable pollination systems in native and managed environments.
Grade: 0 to
12
Developed by CANEGROWERS, these engaging posters support teachers and students to explore the science, systems and real-world applications of sugarcane production in Australia. Designed for classroom use, the posters visually unpack how sugarcane grows and how one plant contributes to a wide range of everyday products, helping students build agricultural literacy and connect learning to the food and fibre industries. They align with curriculum priorities across Science, Geography, Technologies and Careers education, and can be used as standalone learning tools or as part of broader teaching sequences.
Grade: 0 to
6
Pollination to Plate - Science and Sustainability in the Horticulture Industry is a three-lesson learning unit designed for Foundation to Year 6 students. Through cross-curricular, differentiated learning activities, students explore the science of pollination and the vital role of pollinators in supporting biodiversity and food production in Australia’s horticulture industry.
Grade: 0 to
6
Celebrate Australia’s food and fibre industries with these engaging, Australian Curriculum-aligned resources designed for National Ag Day 2025.
Grade: 0 to
12
Dairy Australia has launched an exciting new virtual reality (VR) experience, bringing dairy farms to life for school students.
Grade: 0 to
10
Free ForestLearning Teacher Packs filled with classroom goodies! 🎁 Get a ForestLearning teacher pack sent straight to your classroom. Each pack includes a 3D tree, at least 30 student bookmarks, postcards, and more. Order yours here and sign up for our newsletter for new resources and updates.
Grade: 3 to
10
Discover how trees support productive, sustainable farms - providing livestock shelter, improving soil, storing carbon, and boosting biodiversity. This free infographic is perfect for Years 3-10 in Agriculture, Geography, Science, and more. Download now and use as a poster or discussion starter!
Grade: 0 to
10
These two engaging, curriculum-aligned resources explore careers and technologies for students in Foundation to Year 10. Developed in partnership with the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), students investigate how AgTech innovations support sustainable food and fibre production. Through activities such as a career expo, STEM inquiry, and case study analysis, learners explore real-world roles and the evolving technologies that shape the agriculture sector. Supported by interactive worksheets, video content, and teacher guides, these resources build student curiosity and awareness of future career opportunities in a digitally driven agricultural world.
Grade: 5 to
10
Access PIEFA's Food & Fibre Card Game for a range of hands-on activities for your students.
Grade: 5 to
6
In collaboration with the Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC), Primary Industries Education Foundation Australia (PIEFA) has developed a suite of Australian Curriculum aligned lesson plans for Year 5-10 classrooms. The From Paddock to Plate three-lesson unit for Year 5-6 classrooms introduces students to the red meat processing supply chain, the role of technology and innovation, and the importance of packaging and labelling. Through engaging activities and real-world examples, students develop an understanding of red meat production, sustainability, and the significance of packaging and labelling for food safety.
Grade: 0 to
12
Primary Industries Education Foundation Australia (PIEFA), in collaboration with AgriFutures Australia, has developed the Food and Fibre Careers Digital Learning Kit to provide Australian educators with a collection of practical resources that can be used in the classroom to showcase the diverse career opportunities and pathways in Australia’s agriculture sector and promote them in such a way that students will be inspired to pursue careers in agriculture.
Grade: 5 to
8
Sugarcane, One Plant Many Products looks at how cane farmers produce more than just sugar. From cattle feed to garden mulch, sugarcane has many uses throughout our community.
Grade: 0 to
6
This three-lesson series introduces students in Foundation to Year 6 to Australian cotton production, sustainability, and plant growth. Through a variety of activities, students explore where cotton is grown in Australia, why these regions are suitable, and the life cycle of a cotton plant.
Grade: 5 to
6
By participating in an engaging, hands-on card game, students will learn to sequence the supply chain of Australian red meat products from farm to consumer. Additionally, they will gain an understanding of technologies and careers involved in the processing supply chain.