In this heartfelt instalment, Karen sits down with her husband, Farmer Tom, for an unfiltered conversation about the life that chose him long before he could choose anything else. Born into agriculture and still as passionate (and, at times, as emotional) as ever, Tom traces his journey from childhood chores to running a diversified, modern dairy operation. Along the way, he reflects on how farming has evolved—tighter margins, changes in regulations, supermarket price pressure, and why careful planning, resilience, and a willingness to innovate matter more than ever.

Tom also explains why careful resource management and operational efficiency are crucial to balancing productivity with responsibility; how the constant tug‑of‑war between cost and care shapes every decision on the farm.

The episode wraps with Karen’s quick‑fire quiz, rev ...