Farming can be a demanding and stressful job with numerous challenges including income pressures, high costs, regulations, weather, isolation and long working hours.

While farmers are quick to look after their animals, land and machinery, many overlook the most important thing - their own health and wellbeing.

On this weeks podcast we speak to brothers David and Michael Kennedy, who run an organic sheep farm Skeheenarinky, Co. Tipperary.In 2010, the brothers' world changed forever after the sudden death of their sister, Sarah, in a car crash.

Drawing from their own life experiences and qualifications, the brothers launched their online fitness business, The Lifestyle Blueprint, in 2021.

The programme has helped other farmers who want to make healthier choices, get active, have a more positive mindset and build confidence.

The Farm Safe Farm Well series, produced by Agriland Media in conjunction with AXA Insurance, is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM).

If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this podcast you can contact the following support services:

Pieta: Call free on 1800 247 247 or Text 'Help' to 51444;
Samaritans: Call free on 116 123;
Childline (for those under 18): Call free on 1800 666 666 or Text 'Help' to 50101;
Make the Moove: 086 084 0442;
Turn2Me.ie;
Embrace FARM, supporting farm families after a serious injury or sudden death: Call 057-8510555 / 085-7709966 or visit embracefarm.com.

The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) website also has further information on farmer health and wellbeing, which you can access by clicking here.