Guidance for safe foraging
This guidance for safe foraging provided by the Food Standards Agency describes how to make sure that wild foods are gathered sustainably and are safe to eat. You can also find out more in Scotland’s Natural Larder and responsible foraging for wild plants.
Wild food education resources
Scotland’s Natural Larder shares information about wild food foraging, including how to forage responsibly and safely. This includes the Food from Nature schools resource pack
Plant cards in Gaelic
Checkout these plant cards with identification and foraging information in Gaelic.
Guidance for safe foraging
Foraging is a year-round activity which can be a great way to spend time in nature and learn about healthy foods. The Food Standards Agency shares this helpful guidance on foraging, to maximise the benefits while staying safe.
Blaeberries/ bilberries –pick, learn, eat
Muddy Faces share a blaeberry (bilberry) picking story. Plus pick up great tips on cooking with edible berries outdoors.
