On 11 February, EXCEL4MED visited St Benedict’s College Kirkop Primary School in Malta, engaging 4th, 5th and 6th grade students in an interactive learning experience focused on green technologies and food waste valorisation.
A key highlight of the visit was a hands-on demonstration led by our partners Johan Zammit (Malta Enterprise) and Dorian Galea (Mgarr Farming).
Students explored how orange peels can be transformed into Vitamin C and other useful products, illustrating how agricultural by-products can be reimagined instead of discarded.
Through this example, pupils were introduced to the concept of circular bioeconomy in a simple and tangible way, seeing firsthand how EXCEL4MED innovations can help reduce waste and support more sustainable food systems.
Discovering circular thinking through experience
Beyond the demonstration itself, the activity encouraged students to reflect on the broader impact of food waste and the importance of resource efficiency.
Scientific concepts were linked with familiar everyday materials, helping bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.
The enthusiasm and curiosity shown by the students highlighted the value of early education in sustainability topics, particularly when delivered through interactive and practical approaches.
This school visit is part of EXCEL4MED‘s ongoing commitment to bring sustainable food system thinking closer to communities and younger audiences.
