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Michael McPherson raised double the intended target after shearing 816 sheep

Michael McPherson said the challenge will test his physical and mental strength

Welsh Government is leaving it to us to take ‘all the responsibility' for the welfare of farmers when it comes to the impact of bovine TB, says charity.

Poor mental health and speaking about it remains a huge stigma for many people in the farming community.

A number of farmers are ‘combining' their talents in a bid to raise awareness and funds for two national charities.

Stephanie Berkeley, Yellow Wellies manager, has spoken about the challenges farmers face in accessing mental health and why organisations like hers are trying to bridge the gap.

Dan Goodwin, an arable farmer from Bury St Edmunds, has opened up on his mental health struggles and how farming has come along way since he faced a crisis

Defra has been urged to take a more proactive role in tackling poor mental health

British Farming Awards winner Sam Stables and his wife Emily set up a charity to help break down the stigma around mental health within the farming community. They have now received a Points of Light award from the Prime Minister.

Financial pressures, long working hours and isolation are among with the causes of concerning levels of anxiety among farming women, a new study has revealed.