The Challenges of Farming Alone (and some dog training tips) – Damian Barson’s story

In this episode, Yorkshire new entrant farmer Damian Barson shares his powerful journey from dog trainer to sheep farmer, opening up about the emotional challenges of rural isolation and starting a new life in agriculture in his fifties. We explore the realities of mental health in farming, resilience through hardship and much more including lambing season 2025 for Damian.