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A quiet danger is spreading through the Irish countryside. It does not announce itself with noise or fanfare. It shows up as withered leaves, oozing cankers, and dying branches. The disease is called Fireblight, and the Hedge Laying Association of Ireland, now known as Hedgerows Ireland, has made it a central focus of its work .… Read more: Fighting Disease: The Threat Hanging Over Ireland’s Hedgerows

Hedge laying is a craft that has shaped the Irish countryside for centuries. It sits somewhere between farming, ecology, and art. The Hedge Laying Association of Ireland, now known as Hedgerows Ireland, has been at the centre of this tradition since 2004, teaching new generations how to work with the land rather than against it .… Read more: The Art of Hedge Laying: A Beginner’s Step-by-Step Guide

For many Irish farmers, the hedgerow is a familiar sight. It marks the boundary of the field, provides some shelter for livestock, and is often trimmed each year to keep it tidy. But the Hedge Laying Association of Ireland has long pointed out that these green boundaries represent something far more valuable. A well-managed hedgerow,… Read more: The Financial Value of Hedgerow Care: How Farmers Benefit

Creating a Sanctuary for Wildlife The Hedge Laying Association of Ireland has long understood that a healthy hedgerow is far more than just a line of bushes dividing fields. It is a living structure, a haven for wildlife, and a thread that weaves the Irish countryside together. The Association has consistently drawn attention to the… Read more: Hedgerow Health and Biodiversity

Across the Irish countryside, a quiet but powerful transformation is taking place. The old boundaries that once shaped the land and provided shelter for generations are being carefully brought back to life. The Hedge Laying Association of Ireland has watched this revival unfold. Farmers, landowners, and those who care for the land have been turning… Read more: The Ancient Craft Returns: Why Hedge Laying is Back in the Spotlight