Farming technology – primary and intermediate

Learn how technology has shaped life on the farm.

Experiences

Meet in the barn to discover how farming technology has developed over the years. Learn about sheep shearing and crutching Removing wool around the tail and between the legs of a sheep to keep them clean. in our woolshed.

Then it is the students' turn to have a go at their choice of two activities:

• Drafting - design and erect a temporary sheep yard to draft a flock of real sheep.
• Carding A method of combing and disentangling fibres to make them easier to use. /felting - use hand carders to card wool and turn it into felt.
• Hot wiring - assemble a section of electric fence and make it 'live'.
• Butter-making - take some milk, separate the cream and make some tasty butter.
• Animal health management - learn about ear tags, drench guns A tool used to give animals medication or supplements. , artificial insemination and more!

Year level

Years 5-8, but can be adapted for years 9-10

Learning areas

Science, physical world, technology, nature of technology, social sciences

Maximum students

Three classes (approx 90 students)

Location

Ambury Regional Park

Available dates

Terms 1 and 4

Cost

Half-day programme: $7 per student

Contact details

Email: ambury.schoolbookings@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Address

Ambury Regional Park
43 Ambury Road
Māngere Bridge

Directions: Show map

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