Farm Cornwall’s Edward Richardson receives prestigious Trelawny Plate Award

The Trelawny Plate is awarded every two years to an individual who has made a significant contribution to Cornwall and its people and is presented by the Trelawny family.

As a Farm Advisor at Farm Cornwall, Edward is known for providing vital support to farmers across Cornwall, ensuring their well-being and success. His unwavering commitment has positively impacted countless farming families, making him a deserving recipient of this award.

Keith Halstead, Executive Director of The Royal Countryside Fund said: “We are all of us at the Royal Countryside Fund proud to work with Edward and Farm Cornwall who deliver our farming programmes, such as Farm for the Future, in the county. I am delighted that Edward’s valued work in supporting family farms across Cornwall has been recognised in this way as he is a very worthy recipient of The Trewlawny Plate Award.”

The Trelawny Plate Award highlights Edward’s exceptional efforts in fostering a stronger, more resilient farming community, which is in accord with the Royal Countryside Fund’s vision.  We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Edward and Farm Cornwall to ensure farming families across Cornwall can thrive into the future.