THE SADDEST DAY WE HAVE EVER HAD ... WE HAVE TB...

[@TheSarahlou]

Tom don't apologise mate you've got to remember it's a family business first youtube last right at the end of the list. My heart breaks for farmers a lot of shit goes on and farmers are the ones who always get the worst of it. So glad you've sorted it.xx

[@mary-ruthflores4107]

Tom! Farm comes first! First you handle it, then you KZbin it!!! Also that way we get the whole story, not the first reactions!!! Hugs! Hugs! Hugs! I very much admire how J was handling it! I sure she was terrified! I don’t know if I could have stood there and carried on as gracefully as your wife did!!

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thank you guys. Means a lot.

[@donbuchanan8776]

So sorry to hear this Tom. Hopefully everything will turn out for the good.

[@seamusconnolly6550]

Know how you feel locked up with TB from March tested every 60 days since 5 with TB the first test tested 60 days late 1 with TB tested 60 days late 6 had TB testing on Tuesday 19 fingers crossed

[@mary-ruthflores4107]

@@seamusconnolly6550 healing thoughts for your animals and family and workers!!! Hugs!

[@aineclancy4847]

65 years clean Closed herd Wildlife is the cause what’s the solution for farmers who loose out Heart breaking for you all Keep your spirits up guys

[@anvil5356]

Devastating news, hopefully you’re completely clear now. Thank you for posting these videos and letting people see the good, bad and the very ugly, of farm life

[@fisherh9111]

I was amazed to hear your dad has been farming for 65 years. He doesn’t look a day over 45! He’s done well to stay in such good shape.

[@kevinbatley3116]

You are so lucky Tom a little bit of tb we had foot and mouth and lost everything now I’m driving a large truck to Europe and back weekly I felt suicidal when it happened so you and family keep your chins up pls thanks kev

[@melindamara8802]

God bless you!

[@chrisatkinson8740]

TOM, you, your dad, and all your family and staff work incredibly hard to make your farm and business the best you can. Please never apologise for doing the right thing, sir. We could all see how devastating it was for you all. WE, your subscribers and followers love the way you share your life, warts, and all, for that we Thank You.

[@farmersfarming8165]

This video is one of the best videos showing the effects of Tb on farms no matter your size. It hits you hard. 😢

[@WWEIsAtRoblox]

This is absolutely devastating and horrible I really hope yous can make a come back with this down fall 😢❤

[@sam-P90]

Man, that must have been tough what with all your other commitments going on at the time and having us all asking about the new parlour. Always put your family and business first mate. Your YT extended family all support you. Feel for any farmer who goes through this. 😢

[@trippinggauntlet4520]

I remember commenting on one video how he was looking stressed and putting it down to the parlour, bale milking etc. Goodness it must have been devastating at the time. Tom is such a positive young man, he's done such an incredible job bringing the farm to where it is now and coped with more obstacles than most, covid, the jump in feed, fuel and material prices, the reality of becoming a father shortly and he gets this thrown in. I have so much respect for him. I'm so glad he is having such a happy end to this year, the safe and healthy delivery for Jo of Harvey, the parlour being everything he wanted, and by the sounds of it getting a handle on the TB, he deserves it.

[@sam-P90]

@trippinggauntlet4520 Very well said. This young chap has his head screwed on, and his parents have raised a very well-balanced young man. He is a credit to not just British farming but to farmers worldwide with the struggles they face on a daily basis to do all those thing and then document it all on social media is incredible ❤️

[@mott2945]

@@trippinggauntlet4520well said mate 🫶🏻

[@NeilFeltham]

I'm not a farmer, but I have a fair understanding of how devastating TB can be (I work in the NHS). My heart just sank when I read the title of this video. Hopefully you guys are coming out the other end of this. Thank you for sharing this video as it has educated me on how the screening process works and I sincerely hope, no.... check that, I know that as a farm you will recover from this and as you say you have come through the other side.

[@nobby91010]

lol nhs how's your prince andrew doing is he healthy like your constable schofield

[@paulw4834]

Tom my heart ❤goes out to you and your family as I no it’s devastating news but thank you for your education

[@nettyferguson4874]

The respect we all have for you, your dad and all the family is massive. You will endure best wishes x

[@everestyeti]

Absolutely heartbreaking, you can see how gutted everyone was which just goes to show how much care you give to your animals. Farmers in the UK are currently fighting so many things from not getting what they are due from those they sell onto, the pure amount of red tape to get funding they've been promised and the myriad of diseases out there. I hope and pray that you're clear at the next round of testing and never apologise for anything Tom.

[@CowfarmerDan]

Sorry to hear your news Tom. We'll never forget the day we went down in a big way, 43 cows lost on our annual test. Over 2 years now, 108 cows lost. Skin tests every 60 days and 2 gamma tests later we're still not clear.

[@MissRowanTree]

Just because you share your farm with us on youtube doesnt mean you have to show us everything. Appreciate how brave you are to share this.

[@SnarkyMcSnarkles]

No he absolutely did the right thing by making this video. If he had tried to hide this sort of thing it would have been the wrong move. Things like this would have gotten out and been a scandal of sorts. Typically i would be critical of Tom and bash him and his father for letting this happen. But its not needed.

[@keithmckenna7447]

Fair play to you Tom for showing this. And well done Lizzie for being on camera and explaining everything. All your videos are a great watch, this one not so much but you know what I mean.

[@laurenpelling4079]

Absolutely gutted for you guys 😢 sending love❤

[@yasminreid3036]

Crying my heart out for you, your family and your farm. So sorry Tom. Sending lots of love to you all xxx

[@deb283028]

My heart breaks for the farmers who do everything right and still have this devastating diagnosis. Hold your head high, you did the best for all concerned. Your You-Tube audience should be the least of your worries. We will continue to support you because of your honesty, integrity, and devotion to your herd and family.

[@BendaCatClaas]

As Ex-Dairy farmer, I know how gutting can be. I hope there's a follow-up with better news. Stay strong.

[@gregedmand9939]

Sisters in Wellies, also recently got the dreaded TB test results.... Tragic all around 😣. But the war on TB is still a hot conflict. I grew up in the Era of mandatory yearly chest x-rays at school. I've visited a country side TB sanatorium. We never want to return to the days when those things were common-place.

[@teresakcwebb]

Prayers

[@georgiapatrick5154]

Gutted for you, hope it is a once in a life time event for the farm.

[@justiciaparaespana7236]

So sorry Tom... But the storm will go away fast at it arrives and the sun will shine again at this awesome farm. Big huges from Spain!!!

[@clairefindlay3205]

Totally shocked that you had such a horrible thing happen to the farm and the family 😢 Thank goodness your family is so supportive of eachother. Our love and prayers to you all that this gets over with and that it never happens again ❤

[@jonathanwhitehead9649]

I don’t think you can underestimate how useful and educational this content is. Where I live there was a huge amount of uproar regarding the Badger cull, where people didn’t grasp how serious the rise in TB is and how damaging it is. Clarksons farm touched upon it and I thought that was very useful info and now you’re educating us from a slightly different angle. I choose to eat meat, drink milk etc, part of that choice comes with a responsibility of understanding how that food gets from field to plate and all of the “not so nice” farming practices that come with it, controlling wildlife populations being one of those practices. Very much looking forward to the next two instalments. We progress far more effectively when we’re out of our comfort zone or when we’re met with exceptional circumstances, I bet you’ve come out of this as a fitter and stronger business and you’d have gained new and invaluable knowledge along the way. Step back, take stock of the last couple of years, I bet you give yourself a pat on the back 👍

[@KLFarms.Contracting]

So sad Tom, thoughts are with you. It’s so devastating and a waste of a beautiful animals life. Head up mate ❤

[@charlesshungumutototwa5058]

You are a rare human Tom. Thank you for showing us that there are still some good humans out there.

[@christophersamuelson451]

Tom, wishing you and your extended family the very best. You are navigating this challenge as best you can. Stay strong mate!

[@Ford64101]

Just highlights the lows of farming. Hope all goes well Tom and don't forget, the British Farming Community is behind you every step of the way!

[@stuartblythe-lown7451]

Wow the devastation on your face when you find out Tom. It made me feel sick. It instantly broke you in half. Thank you for putting this video up and like people say it happens. It’s not your fault and you are one of the best livestock farmers around. Don’t stop being you Tom 👍

[@alikatyeg3295]

` I don't think I've watched a Farm Life video that made me cry before, but this one sure did. Tom's clear devastation and that poor cow walking off to an early death just broke my heart. I can't imagine how hard this must have been for the whole team. So unexpected on a well run farm. 😟Bless Tom for his willingness to share this painful journey with us. As horrible as this is, it will also be interesting to see how the situation gets resolved.

[@lindaarmstrongjackman9788]

I am sorry to hear about the positive test. Your Dad’s expression was accurate. Hope it works out for you. Onward and upward Tom. 👍👍❤️

[@mftm3567]

Happy to pop down with the 243 and sort out the problem 👍🏻 hope everything gets sorted

[@julietarpey4216]

I’m literally crying as I’m sure you all were with such fear that you could have lost all your beautiful animals. How on earth have you carried this stress around you as well as the dairy build and the bale? Thank you for sharing this so that we all understand the devastation it can bring. Hopefully now you are on the other side of this but not something you will ever forget. Love to you all ❤❤

[@donaldtriumph1682]

God bless you dear boy. We get knocked down but we get up again and again and again.👍🏻👍🏻

[@Kittie879]

Thank you for continuing to share your journey Tom

[@spiercephotography]

I'm so sorry you guys have to deal with this! Funky Farmer had to deal with it as well, I believe his came from some badgers or wildlife in the fields. Hope you guys can bear through all of the testing, processes, losses and carry on without too much damage mentally and in terms of the herd.

[@mickblanchfield8014]

and a deer appears in the video

[@harleythrelkeld7587]

i dont think we have the same disease here in the states but deer carry some nasty stuff that can kill a cow in as little as 24 hours here that theres no treatment for just vaccines

[@alanthomas641]

When Richard did a tour of a farm on the isle of white the farm Sao they’ve never had TB they have badgers but no deer.

[@fredharrowven1040]

Hi Tom , So very sorry to hear you have TB. on the farm It’s just devastating for you, You and your family take care of yourself .😢😢

[@allentowngal4769]

Heartbreaking... but out of your power. You do everything right. ❤

[@led665]

Devastating mate! You handled it perfectly! Never apologise for the way you do stuff!

[@lisiek]

My cows was tested on TB a few weeks ago but thx God they are ok. I can't even imagine what you felt at that time and now. So sorry for you.. sending love!!

[@jeanlafrance8746]

This is the only time i have felt sad watching your videos... Thanks for showing the good and the bad

[@alistairlloyd4091]

Absolutely gutted for you Tom, it’s a crying shame such a fit healthy animal, this is why we all love your content so much you show the true ups and downs of day to day farming 👍🏻

[@oldschoolfarmer7610]

Tom, you should never have to feel obliged to share anything on KZbin. It should be entirely your choice, and if you don't share something, no one has a right to judge any less of you. That said, we appreciate you showing the world what a stress the whole TB issue is to us livestock farmers.

[@marcwheatley8324]

I can see from your reaction how much of a shock this was and a massive kick in the nuts. Business always comes first but i am really grateful that you shared this story with us. Farming isnt always rainbows and sunshine and this is real life. As you said though, its happened and now you have to move on. For me the reaction of the whole team shows just how much this situation affects you all and just how much you and the team care. Keep your chin up lad

[@karenfaber7049]

My heart breaks for all of you! I can't imagine what you are going through.

[@joannedodds9637]

I’m happy you have posted about the TB. As a non farmer find this interesting. Onwards and upwards Tom x

[@mathiasrasmussen7455]

You guys will be fine and overcome this im 100% sure. We will make sure you guys endure! Merry Christmas to you, your family and team! 🤗

[@TomPembertonFarmLife]

Thank you ☺️

[@wallacetaylor5893]

I can only imagine how you felt. I have raised cattle before, and I feel devastated just watching. Man what a thing to go through.

[@guillermochaoberrio2821]

Tom, I can't imagine what your family is going through. Fingers crossed its just a Big glitch. Hang in there!! We all know you take good care of your herd.

[@kathrynkneeland7179]

So so sorry!! We all know how great you are about taking good care of your animals.

[@johnbrown3951]

That was very brave of you as a family to share in your sad news. I look forward to your future content as you put this behind you and grow stronger for the experience.

[@mikehogarth1290]

Full marks for being brave enough to put this out there Tom, I know it’s a stressful experience for you all. Keep up the good work fella.

Wow! So much more than milk. Thank you. You do a great job showing the heart in farms.

[@susans9617]

We are SOOOO sorry this happened! An absolute nightmare for any farmer! This comes waaay before KZbin. Glad your dear wife is okay now and you have sweet baby boy. The family business is so important too. Our hearts break with you.

[@jonp840]

Thank you for showing this. My uncle is a dairy man in the south west. In recent years it's been celebrating the times when they aren't restricted. Selling to orange markets or tb isolation units has become normal.

[@AudreyB776]

Oh goodness. How devastating for you. Thank you for sharing this Tom. Also, how goofy am I over here tearing up over the poor cow?!? 🐄😢

[@ginggur17]

Seeing all sides of the farm, seeing life, it opens our eyes, thankyou for sharing with us Tom. 🙏🙏🇬🇧

[@loveminis31]

So sorry that happened at your farm. Least you found it quick. Chin up you guys will carry on.

[@nicolasseys423]

This video shows how much you love your cows and neigbours!

[@tractorman810]

so sorry to hear the news tom,and family , but you will get through it ,our farmer butcher we use went through similar last year,he lost his pedigree bull and 7 others to it, but as you found out ,he was still able to sell meat ect ,its great your sharing fully as it will help the non farmers understand as well

[@patrickpritchard8445]

Devastating news. You have done an amazing job explaining your issue. Thank you for showing farming is not all fun. This will highlight the really struggles of farming

[@robvanderkroon9950]

Oh man thats really sad to hear Tom! I wish you and your family all the best!

[@phigib]

Respect for tom we've never had it but it is devastating 😢😓😪😪😪😓

[@lindakinder929]

Ahh Tom, I can't believe it! 😢 I've got everything crossed that you have come through it. 🥺

[@andyclegg7495]

I think it’s safe to say that you have the support of your entire KZbin family. I can’t imagine what you have been through with this - so evident with your reaction and the Ginger Warrior. And thank you for sharing - not just now but throughout the year. TB remains a huge challenge for agriculture and it helps to educate the populous what it means for milk and meat production, and also for farming communities. You are the best thing on KZbin and valued and loved by us all!

[@nwtrish6698]

Sending love to you all. 😍 we will be in for our burgers and milkshakes soon

[@sherylschroer6610]

Oh my. Devastating, and thank you for educating so many. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@Kampala69]

So worrying, hope it turns out OK. This is a REAL reality show. Stay strong!❣

[@janetf9076]

Bless you and your family for being such honest and credible people. ❤

[@philgardener7018]

So sorry to hear this. It must have been an incredibly difficult video to make but thanks for making it to highlight this issue and everything it involves

[@chocolatefrenzieya]

Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry. Thank you for posting to help others.

[@FSLandscaping]

I’m so sorry Tom, just when everything is going so well something like this drops on you

[@Meskarune]

This video is such an important one for people to see. Good luck, I hope everything recovers quickly.

[@garethhopper]

32:16 when Tom is not looking at the camera. Massive lump in my throat totally felt for him. The comment about couldn’t be arsed to film I just wanted to give the lad a hug😢

[@nickoakley5815]

I can see how hard it is showing us this Tom. Love watching your channel and seeing your farm life, hope you get back to normal. ❤❤

[@suechapman8580]

There is so much love and support coming from around the world. Total respect to an amazing family . Hope and pray all comes good. X

[@DBGriff]

I’ve no farming background at all but I’m fully invested in the content you create! I’m blown away by the work you guys do to keep the farm running and expanding it in the way it has over the last handful of years. I’m sorry to hear about the s**t you’ve had to deal with regarding this video but remember Good Days wouldn’t exist if not for the s**t days 👍🏼 keep raising awareness and keep doing what you’re doing. Unreal work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@moreteavicaruk1958]

You guys will ride the storm , your hard work ,integrity and wanting the best for your stock and business will pull you through

[@sharonm3677]

Oh my gosh I can’t think of a more devastating shock to receive. Very good video Tom! Very informative. I had no idea that deers could carry it, guess I just never thought about it fully. You and your family must have felt like the world crashed down upon you. I look forward to your upcoming videos. Thank you for sharing this. As a non farmer I don’t think of all the full on hardships that you all go through on a daily basis and I’m so incredibly thankful of all that you do to produce quality food and products and the constant learning and knowledge that you have ongoing in order to do this work. Thank you Tom and the entire Pemberton team. ❤❤

[@malcolmmounsey4876]

Tom mate am so sorry you have this problem , my thoughts are with you .

[@NZUKstuntman]

Gutted for you. I live in Devon and we do get a lot more down this way and I have worked on farms that have been subject to restrictions. It's very difficult when it happens, but there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. Hold your head up high and keep doing what you're doing. As difficult as it is, the public needs to be aware of how traumatic it can be. Never be afraid to show your emotions. It shows how much you care about the industry in general and your animals in particular. Keep doing what you're doing. It's why we all follow your videos. 👍

[@phillipseaman5493]

I felt your pain . You and dad was so strong . I nearly cried .🤗

[@jasonbuckmaster8434]

As you say Tom.. The good, the bad, and the ugly. The harsh realities of farming. Thankyou for showing it warts and all. Take care.

[@spadge4773]

4:22 into the video so far and you can see and hear the difference in you Tom. You don't have to apologise to us, we're here to share your journey and we love you for you. I'm sure i speak for everyone watching that we wish you the best and are (not excitedly) looking forward to seeing and sharing this next step of your journey with you. Next time I'm over that way, i will definitely be buying whatever i can from the farm shop produce wise! Keep your chin up Tom! We love ya brother!

[@willesgard]

Gutted for you guys! Chin up, head high mate, you and your crew is doing an awesome job with the farm and putting high quality content out here for us!

[@sallywaites8517]

Thank you Tom for sharing this. I can tell it's been really tough on you, having to face this TB nightmare.

[@SteveMckinnel]

Tom, total respect to you and the team for dealing with this on you tube

[@joanne85201]

Poor 78! Sorry you all had to go through this. Looking forward to the follow ups.

[@danzero50]

So sorry ,Tom and family! I know that you guys will bounce back for this. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and any other farms that may be affected by this.

[@anthonycarter2688]

Heart breaking video Tom. But it's something some of us would never get to know about. Share the knowledge and experiences so others can learn from it.

[@blu91283]

Wow Tom 😢 my heart sunk seeing your face mate!! But what an incredible story you have shared with us all the wonderful things that really happens on a day to day basis on a fantastic farm I’ve watched you grow and not agreed with you on everything you have done 👍 but to put out this video for you and your dad was embarrassing 😳 for you all but at the same time you have a duty to inform and educate others like us none farmers thank you to you for one and your family for the understanding of how the ups and downs of farming can be Tom 100% bro 👊 keep up the hard and heartbreaking work you all do and thank you for your service and milk I enjoy every single day!! ❤

[@eileenpendleton7187]

the All Creatures Great and Small series had TB on a farm and it gave me an idea of what could happen to your farm. I'm glad you have come through it.

[@rabarbersvaj]

Almost made me cry hearing the news. Been following your videos for so long, love your work!

[@ianmccallum656]

Took me back to our own problems this spring Tom. A bought in heifer (who had tested clear on her previous holding) went down as a reactor. She tested clear sfter slaughter but then . got an inconclusive who had to be quarantined for 2 months before she passed. Like you we had never had a problem before. We missed the store sles in the spring and had to graze silage ground .Hopefully by next spring we will be back on an even keel. The look on your face reminded me of how I felt that morning. Delighted to see you're out the other side, but it tests your resilience thats for sure. Wewll done for putting this video up.

[@jellekatsman]

Thank you for posting this. It must have been devastating and what I’ve heard will have a long term impact on the farm. Take care!

[@niallfrain6459]

Tom you have nothing to apologise for your family and business comes first. What you have done to promote farming since you have started on KZbin is outstanding. Also the knowledge you have shared with farmer's is first class as a part time farmer I thank you and your dad for all you have done so far chin up enjoy the Christmas with your new addition

[@anthhonymiddleton2991]

Good luck tom and family hope all turns out ok for you all

[@davewood4208]

Sorry to hear this Tom. Devastating news. Will watch the next two parts to see how you’ve dealt with. But sending support.

[@emarly86]

My heart goes out to you. Devastating for you all. You and Ginger are honest and conscientious farmers. You will come back! Wishing you every encouragement from rural SouthAustralia. ❤🇦🇺