Careers in farming: Two young women prove hedgelaying can be a rewarding job

There is a shortage of hedgelayers, but it could provide the perfect opportunities for young people. Howard Walsh meets two female hedgelayers who are key to this rural crafts future.

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Careers in farming: Two young women prove hedgelaying can be a rewarding job

There is a shortage of hedgelayers, but it could provide the perfect opportunities for young people. Howard Walsh meets two female hedgelayers who are key to this rural crafts future. It can be cold...

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