Sustainable biomes

Students in Year 9 Geography have been studying the unit Sustainable Biomes this term. In order to consolidate their knowledge and understanding, students were asked to develop agricultural technologies that might help address the issues associated with current food production methods. To do so, they were asked to design their own inventions ‘for the future of farming’.

Applying geographical concepts such as environmental constraints, technological innovation and agricultural yield, the task required students to investigate current technologies and creatively think of new solutions before justifying how these tools improve productivity. Presentations demonstrated strong problem-solving and collaboration skills, linking technological development with the environment, key learning outcomes in Stage 5 Geography.

Student reflections:

Vertical Farming Robot:
‘Using the vertical farming robot made me realise how much labour farmers could save while still growing heaps more food efficiently.’
Ariadna Diaz

Nutrient Pod Drone Technology:
‘The process of designing our nutrient pod drone showed me how technology can fix soil problems and help crops survive in tough Australian conditions.’
Gia Park

Vikki Cummins
HSIE Teacher