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The Buckinghamshire farmer opening his doors to education and nature-friendly farming

With a curriculum-linked education programme rooted in real, hands-on farming experience, Eddie Rixon believes opening the gate to schools is good for children, communities and agriculture's future

Olivia Midgley
Editorial Director
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Eddie Rixon of Lopemede Farm, Buckinghamshire
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Eddie Rixon of Lopemede Farm, Buckinghamshire

Eddie Rixon is on a mission to bridge the gap between children, their communities and where their food comes from. Running a 200-hectare mixed enterprise at Lopemede 51AVÊÓÆµin Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire,...

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