City students discover cutting-edge farm tech at Lamma
© NFU More than thirty Year 9 students from Birmingham’s city centre gained hands-on experience with high-tech farming machinery at Lamma, in an initiative intended to introduce young people to the agricultural industry and its career opportunities.
Sponsored by Agco and in collaboration with Agriconnect, the initiative provided students with interactive workshops, a scavenger hunt, and guidance from NFU Farmers for Schools ambassadors.
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NFU Education staff guided the students through the exhibition, which was held at the NEC in Birmingham.
Rachel Hallos, NFU vice-president, emphasised the importance of exposing young people to the sector: “Introducing young people from wide and diverse backgrounds to the agricultural industry is vital for its future sustainability.”
“Many young people, especially those from urban areas, are disconnected from farming and food production.
“By showcasing the innovation, technology, and dedication that underpin modern farming practices, we hope to bridge that gap and inspire the next generation to consider careers in agriculture.”
Career zone
The students also took part in the Lamma career zone.
Agriconnect’s marketing manager Sophie Jackson-Holgate said: “Lamma is a fantastic place for students from a non-ag background to come and learn about agriculture and the exciting career and learning opportunities available in the industry.”
The Agco UK & Ireland Aftersales training team also offered students short lessons about basic vehicle electrics.
Agco’s Ash Briggs said: “Anything we can do to encourage the next generation of agricultural engineers is vital to the future success of our sector.”
The Lamma show, held annually, provides a platform for connecting young people with the evolving world of modern farming.