Posted on: Friday 20 March 2026
A group of primary school pupils have brought a range of food stories to life to explain what food means to them.
The team from Cwmffrwdoer Primary School, in Pontypool, spent two months exploring farm to fork journeys, their favourite food memories, and the importance of food waste recycling.
As part of the project, run by the council's Food Resilience Team, the children were visited by local farmers Pasture Peckers, learned about sustainable farming and tasted the difference between supermarket eggs and freshly laid local eggs.
They also took part in drama sessions which resulted in a live performance at last month's Food4Growth Food Summit at Greenmeadow Community Farm.
Year 6 pupil Meghan Adkins, said: "I really enjoyed the project, it was very inspiring and brought about my enthusiasm for performing. I also really enjoyed tasting local farmer eggs.
"I was surprised that local eggs were tastier than shop bought. I learnt that it's better to shop local to have tastier foods and support our community."
Charlotte Smith, class teacher, said: "This was a fantastic project that gave our pupils the chance to build real confidence performing in front of an audience, while also learning to work together as a team.
"They developed a deeper understanding of the benefits of growing food locally and how supporting local businesses strengthens our community.
"Opportunities like this are only possible when pupils are in school, and it’s a powerful reminder of just how much they gain when they’re here to take part."
Cllr Sue Morgan, Executive Member for Sustainability and Waste said: "Understanding where our food comes from helps us all to make healthier, more sustainable choices.
"This project has not only given pupils the chance to understand the kind of food that is produced on our doorsteps, it's given them the opportunity to learn performance skills that have helped to bring their knowledge to life."
The project received around £8,000 from UK Government shared Prosperity Funding which was administered by the council’s Food Resilience team.
Cwmffrwdoer Primary School was chosen to host the project due to their continuous involvement with Torfaen’s Food Partnership, developing grow, cook and share projects in the school, as part of their commitment to food literacy.
Deputy Head Mr Wharton also spoke at the recent Food Summit which took place at Greenmeadow Community Farm as part of an education panel.
Torfaen Food Partnership is funded by Welsh Government.
The project received around £8,000 from the Shared Food Partnership which was administered by the council’s Food Resilience team.
In 2024 Torfaen gained a Silver Sustainable Food Places Award.
A guide celebrating local food and drink producers and suppliers was launched at this year's Food Summit, which was held on Friday at Greenmeadow Community Farm.