Learning That Grows Beyond the Classroom

Agriculture plays an essential role in society as the primary source of food and nutrition that sustains us. Skills like plowing land, planting crops, raising livestock, and harvesting produce are fundamental life competencies. Lianwan Primary School in Zhuhai City believes in cultivating this discipline from an early age, making it an integral part of its curriculum.

Located in Jinwan District, China, Lianwan Primary School has developed an agricultural learning base right on its grounds—a space where young students gain hands-on experience in growing fruits and vegetables, as well as raising animals. It is a holistic approach that teaches discipline and responsibility, builds stamina, provides an understanding of where food comes from, imparts key nutritional knowledge, and most importantly, cultivates an interest in how food production contributes to our ecosystem and the advancement of society.

Managing a school while taking care of a backyard farm is no easy feat, especially for a small primary school. Understanding these challenges and leveraging its expertise in animal feed production, Gold Coin stepped in to provide a steady animal feed supply and offered volunteer support for farm upkeep.

A Shared Commitment to Holistic Education

Project EduCare, an initiative led by Aboitiz Foods through Gold Coin China, combines “Edu” (Education) and “Care” (Well-being and Support) to promote learning while nurturing the holistic needs of individuals and communities. In its second year of partnership, Aboitiz Foods is helping sustain the school’s farming activities by donating a one-year supply of animal feed—a total of 40 bags—for the school’s ducks, chickens, and fish. In addition, team members from the organization volunteered to assist with farm operations, helping to ease the labor needs of the school.

On July 4, 2025, Lianwan Primary School held a Harvest Festival to celebrate the students’ achievements, both in academics and farming activities. Team members from Gold Coin Zhuhai joined the festivities and formally turned over 20 pick-up vouchers valued at approximately CNY 4,400. This thoughtful system allows the school to collect animal feed from the Gold Coin China mill based on actual usage, ensuring freshness and preventing waste.

Helping Hands, Growing Futures

Aboitiz Foods’ Project EduCare actively supports schools and communities across Asia by identifying opportunities for assistance, creating solutions to local challenges, and providing students with more equitable access to education. With initiatives that include digital learning, scholarships, school infrastructure, teacher development, and special education programs, Aboitiz Foods is committed to reaching out to more educational institutions and building partnerships that benefit both the present and future generations of young learners.

This partnership proves that the most meaningful harvests are not solely of crops, but also of knowledge, responsibility, and community spirit. By planting the seeds of support today, Aboitiz Foods is helping cultivate a more resilient and nourished generation for tomorrow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What event marked the second year of partnership between Gold Coin and Lianwan Primary School?
On July 4, 2025, Lianwan Primary School hosted a Harvest Festival celebrating students’ academic and farming achievements. Gold Coin Zhuhai team members participated as volunteers and formally handed over the 20 pick-up vouchers for animal feed, commemorating another year of their ongoing educational partnership.

What school does Gold Coin China partner with under Project EduCare?
Gold Coin China partners with Lianwan Primary School in Zhuhai’s Jinwan District. The school operates an on-campus agricultural learning base where students grow fruits and vegetables and raise animals. Gold Coin supports the school’s farm by donating a one-year supply of animal feed – 40 bags in total – covering ducks, chickens, and fish, now in its second year of partnership.

How does the pick-up voucher system work, and why was it introduced?
Gold Coin Zhuhai provided 20 pick-up vouchers valued at approximately CNY 4,400, allowing the school to collect animal feed from the Gold Coin mill based on actual usage. This system was designed to ensure feed freshness and prevent unnecessary waste, making the donation practical and sustainable for the school’s day-to-day farm operations.

What is the broader scope of Project EduCare beyond Lianwan Primary School?
Project EduCare extends across multiple schools and communities in Asia. Initiatives under the program include digital learning, scholarships, school infrastructure improvements, teacher development, and special education programs. The goal is to reach more educational institutions and create partnerships that benefit both current students and future generations.

How does Gold Coin’s involvement reflect Aboitiz Foods’ corporate values?
Gold Coin’s support for Lianwan Primary School reflects Aboitiz Foods’ mission to sustainably nourish communities beyond animal feed production. By leveraging its expertise to address an actual school need, the company demonstrates corporate responsibility through direct, on-the-ground community engagement – combining business capability with social impact.