Agriculture is crucial for the continuation of civilisation. However, a survey conducted by the British Nutrition Foundation (2013) found that 28% of 5-11 year olds responded that cheese comes from plants. In 2015, the same survey found that 21% of students had never visited a farm and that 81% of students responded saying they would like to. This highlights a major disconnect modern society has with nature, agriculture and food production. This paper considers: What influences the education of children about food and agriculture? Why is it important for children to learn and understand where food comes from? What can we learn from existing education programs in this space? The paper examines several programs including: ‘Pleasurable Food Education’ - Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation‘The Sustainability Hub’ - Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies (CERES)‘Sustainable Futures’ - Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)‘Campaign for School Gardening’ - Royal Horticulture Society (RHS) Research finds that these programs contribute to: Greater scientific understanding and knowledgePositive environmental attitude and empathy Increased awareness of seasons and understanding food productionDevelopment of a sense of responsibilityA positive attitude to healthy food choicesImproves emotional well-being References:     ‘National Pupil Survey 2013: UK Survey Results’ 2013, British Nutrition Foundation, pp. 1-38, viewed 20 May 2018   Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) 2018, ‘Sustainable Futures’, viewed 24 May 2018, https://www.csiro.au/en/Education/Programs/Sustainable-Futures   Centre for Education and Research in Environmental Strategies [CERES] 2017, Annual Report 2016-17, viewed 22 May 2018, https://ceres.org.au/wp-content/uploads/pdfs/CERES-Annual-Report-FY17.pdf   Royal Horticulture Society 2010, ‘Gardening in Schools: A vital tool for children’s learning,’ pp. 1-16, viewed 23 May 2018, http://www.growingschools.org.uk/Resources/Downloads/RHS-Gardening-in-Schools.pdf