Graduated in 2005 from the Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester with BSc (Hons) degree in Agriculture with Animal Management.

Joined Rural Advisor as Practice Manager in December 2021 – responsible for ensuring everything runs smoothly.

Maria grew up on her family’s’ livestock farm in the Brecon Beacons.

Currently working towards AAT Accountancy qualifications.

Spare time is devoted to looking after her tribe of horses, dogs and chickens. She also enjoys cooking, baking and looking after her two young nieces.