19/11/2025
Today is International Menโs Day - a day to recognise the men in our lives, our workplaces, and across our industries who carry far more than they often let on.
In the agriculture, food, and sustainability sectors, the pressure on men is immense. Long hours, seasonal demands, operational responsibility, and a culture of โjust cracking onโ can take a toll.
But the statistics show a reality we canโt ignore:
* Men working in agriculture are among the highest-risk groups for mental health challenges in the UK.
* Over 90% of farmers under 40 rank mental health as one of their biggest concerns.
* Many say they donโt speak up until things reach breaking point.
These are staggering numbers and theyโre not โsomeone elseโs problem.โ
Theyโre happening in the yards, depots, factories, fields, and offices many of us walk into every day. And while we talk a lot about leadership, performance, and resilienceโฆ we must talk just as openly about support, wellbeing, and the reality of pressure.
As a coach who works closely with managers and teams in agri, food supply, and sustainability organisations, I want to say this clearly:
You donโt have to carry everything alone.
You donโt need to have all the answers.
Asking for help is not a weakness - itโs your strength.
Today is an important reminder that behind every role, every responsibility, and every title is a human being who deserves to feel supported. I work with both men and women, helping leaders build clarity, calm confidence, and healthier ways of thinking and communicating, especially when things feel heavy.
If you're finding things tough right now, whether thatโs stress, pressure, or simply feeling overwhelmed, please know:
โจ Youโre not alone.
โจ There is support.
โจ A conversation can make all the difference.
My door is open.
If you need to talk, even informally - Iโm here.
Letโs make space for honest conversations today, and every day.
