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Thatching at 'danger point' due to straw shortage

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Thatching at 'danger point' due to straw shortage
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Grower Robin Kurzaj warns that the traditional thatching industry is facing a critical shortage of straw and skilled labor. He calls for more apprenticeship opportunities to prevent the trade from dying out.

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It highlights the struggle of traditional heritage crafts to survive in a modern economic and climate-challenged environment.

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Image caption, Robin Kurzaj says the thatching industry is at "danger point" due to supply issues

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environmentcultureeconomy
Political Bias
Center
LeftLean LCenterLean RRight
Confidence: 85%

The report focuses on industry challenges and heritage preservation without political bias.

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