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Young Farmer Focus - Holly Zeidler: "There is a growing need for new entrants in this sector"

Ms Zeidler writes about her enthusiasm for agriculture and why more young people should consider a career in farming

Chris Brayford
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Holly Zeidler, 21, is from ShAeffield in South Yorkshire. She is studying a currently a BSc in Agriculture with Business Management at Aberystwyth University.
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Holly Zeidler, 21, is from ShAeffield in South Yorkshire. She is studying a currently a BSc in Agriculture with Business Management at Aberystwyth University.

Coming from a non-farming family in Sheffield, my route into agriculture has not been straightforward. I completed my A-levels without the intention of entering the agricultural industry. READ NOW: Young...

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