"Potatoes don't grow on trees!" - education on the agenda at Driffield Show
Teaching people about agriculture will be key to the 147th running of the show, says Driffield Showground CEO David Tite.
Last updated 19th Jul 2023
Dancing diggers, 595 sheep, and a fence-building competition are all attractions on offer at the Driffield Show, but its organiser David Tite says educating people about agriculture is a priority of the day.
He said: "Potatoes don't grow on trees, chickens don't become Turkeys! This is the level of knowledge that we have found at our education days.
"It's a great opportunity for the general public to get close to the livestock and machinery and actually understand a bit more about where their food comes from and how it's produced."
The annual event is returning to its traditional one-day format, and will showcase local livestock and businesses along with horticulture displays and classes, and a fun dog show.
There are a lot of challenges for farmers
David Tite has said that he's keen that the entertainment can help draw people in so they can learn about some of the issues farmers have been facing.
He said: "Fair prices for produce is something fundamental, and trying to make sure that as much produce produced in the United Kingdom stays in the United Kingdom and is actually used to produce the food we all eat.
"Rising fuel prices and rising prices for commodities like fertilizer all have an impact on the cost of the food the consumer pays for - there's lots of challenges for farmers."