Future Foods

Explore future sustainable food trends backed by science.

As technology continues to evolve, how will it change the way we eat? Will the movie fantasy of the hamburger printer come true? Or will we all be sprinkling our oat ice-cream with choco crickets?

Modern food production is adapting to a whole new range of technological advancements in the face of a changing world and uncertain future food security. In Future Foods, we dive into the fascinating and increasingly relevant world of food sciences to learn about innovative ways our food chain is becoming more sustainable and healthier.

Focusing on the praised future superfood ‘insects’, students will explore how insects are already being eaten, and how this may evolve in the future to maggot sausages and 3D-printed bug biscuits. And yes, students will get to have a taste for themselves.

Details

Available: All school year
Duration: 1 module (75 minutes)
                   2 modules (3 hours)
Capacity: 25 students
Delivery: Excursion; Incursion; Online

---

+ Students will…

Explore the current challenges of our food chain and the need for sustainable practices.

Understand the strengths and weaknesses of insects as a ‘superfood’ (and have the opportunity to taste some).

Work in groups to mix up a batch of insect treats, using ingredients from sustainable providers. While they’re cooking, develop a brand for their product.

+ Industry Focus

Agriculture
Food Production
Food Science
Nutrition
Sustainability

+ STEAM Skills

Creativity/Creative Thinking
Criticial Thinking
Ethical Considerations
Personal and Social Considerations
Science Skills

+ Curriculum Links

Critical and Creative Thinking
Design and Technologies
Science
Geography

Detailed Curriculum Mapping

+ Pairs well with...

If you’re looking for an engaging way to kick things off, we recommend attaching this module to either the MENTAL, SWARM or Emu Sky Exhibition Tours. How can we support our microbiome while it supports us? Or, how do insects affect our world?

Adding a Make it Work design thinking module is the perfect way to let students apply their learnings as they work to create and market a future food solution.

All about sustainability? Add our Bioplastic Fantastic or Sustainable Communities module and learn about the huge steps we’re already taking, and where these might take us in the future.