About the farm visit
What does a visit to my farm involve, and how should I prepare? Here are some key points to consider before hosting a class on your farm.
The planning
The school class should start by searching for a suitable farm on the website. Use the filters to narrow down your results by distance, date and type of farm. Once you have found a suitable option, you can send a request to the farm with just one click.
The farmer then receives an email with the farm visit request. This message includes all the necessary contact details (email, phone number). The date and details of the visit can then be agreed with the teacher, so that both sides can prepare accordingly. The main thing is to make sure the visit is arranged through the Letzfarm platform, so that there are no issues with the Ministry covering the costs.
The preparation
Before a school class visits your farm, some preparation is required. This includes both a preliminary discussion with the teaching staff and getting your farm ready for the visit.
It is advisable to make clear arrangements in advance and inform the teacher of any farm rules or special conditions. It is also recommended to hold the preliminary meeting with the teacher on your farm, if possible. This way, they can familiarise themselves with the location and the route in advance.
A detailed list of all necessary preparations and safety measures can be found in our guide.
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The visit
The farm visit should last at least 2.5 hours. It can take place either in the morning or the afternoon.
Make sure the roles of the teaching staff and the farmer are clearly defined and not mixed up. The teacher remains responsible for supervising the class during the visit, while the farmer serves as the expert guide and host on site.
When welcoming a school class, you should start by briefly introducing yourself and your farm. Before starting the actual tour, it is important to explain the farm rules. A farm is not a playground – everyone must follow certain guidelines.
To wrap up the visit with a final discussion in a relaxed setting, you should provide a space with seating. This should be a quiet area that is sheltered from wind and, if necessary, heated during the winter months.
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If you have decided to take part in the “Landwirtschaft erliewen” project, simply fill out this registration form. A farm profile will be created as part of the process and published on the website.
Before hosting your first school class, it is important that you inform your farm’s liability insurance provider and request confirmation that the planned activities are covered by your existing policy.
It is important to note that photos and/or names of pupils may not be published without the consent of their legal guardians.
For each visit to your farm by a school class, you are entitled to €175. The payment is made after the visit, based on the information provided during registration.
Make sure the roles of the teaching staff and the farmer are clearly defined and not mixed up. The teacher remains responsible for supervising the class during the visit, while the farmer serves as the expert guide and host on site.
The farm visit should last at least 2.5 hours. It can take place either in the morning or the afternoon.
At least part of the farm visit will take place outdoors and will still go ahead regardless of the weather. Pupils should therefore wear sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing for the conditions.