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Hedgerows Ireland has called on landowners to refrain from using heavy mulching heads for hedge maintenance as the cutting deadline nears. The organization warns that this method can severely damage hedge health, leading to disease and plant death.

With a burning ban on green vegetation in place since November 2023, the group highlights the negative impact on biodiversity and the environment. They are advocating for improved agricultural payment incentives under the upcoming Common Agricultural Policy to promote sustainable hedge management practices.