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Rural Education Matters: Olivia Shave – "Farming belongs in the classroom"

Olivia Shave, founder of Eco Ewe and campaigner for food and farming education in schools, explains why embedding these topics onto the national curriculum is essential for public health, the environment and future generations

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Rural Education Matters: Olivia Shave – "Farming belongs in the classroom"

As we approach #Farm24 on August 7, the spotlight shines on the vital role British food plays in building a healthy nation. This theme aligns perfectly with our ongoing campaign to embed food, farming,...

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