Proudly continuing our sustainability journey, new vegetable garden planter boxes have been installed outside the Food Technology building.
The garden beds, supplied by ModBox, are wicking beds - a smart and sustainable design that stores water at the base and allows plants to draw it up as needed. This reduces water waste and ensures the plants stay hydrated, even during school holidays.
The garden has been planted with a variety of herbs including parsley, coriander, thyme, chives, rosemary, mint, and sage - all of which will be used in Food Technology recipes. By harvesting only what is needed, students can help reduce food waste and lower ingredient costs. Seasonal vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, garlic, kale, onions, and cabbage have also been added.
This is just the first stage of an exciting new project. With plans to expand and grow larger crops, the garden will continue to support both sustainability and hands-on learning in the years ahead.
Special thanks to our Maintenance Team for assembling the beds and supporting the successful launch of this project.