Students in Kensington, Prince Edward Island, will spend time this month learning about where their food comes from and how local farms operate following the launch of Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month by the Government of Prince Edward Island on March 2, 2026.
The program involves more than 1,800 students across the province and is supported by over 2,000 hours of volunteer work from local farmers and experts. Local schools, including Queen Elizabeth Elementary and Kensington Intermediate Senior High, are set to participate in these activities within the farming region known as the heart of the Island. These lessons are organized by Agriculture in the Classroom PEI, which brings science-based materials and local farmers directly into schools.
Students will take part in hands-on projects such as a potato-themed competition and kits that show how to grow plants using only water. During the launch, Agriculture Minister Bloyce Thompson and Education Minister Robin Croucher visited classrooms to read with students and talk about the food industry. They noted that these activities help show that modern farming relies heavily on technology and engineering.
The goal of the month-long event is to inspire the next generation of farmers and agricultural leaders to keep the industry growing. Volunteers from local industry groups will help students understand how local food is produced. These resources are designed to help teachers plan spring activities while connecting students to the work happening in their own community.
