Clarkson's Farm star Harriet Cowan shares emotional message after show exit
The 24-year-old farmhand and nurse from Derbyshire joined the cast in the fourth season of Clarkson's Farm, which aired across May and June. She was brought in by Jeremy Clarkson, 65, to help at his 1,000-acre Diddly Squat Farm in Chadlington, Oxfordshire, while regular farm manager Kaleb Cooper was away.
Although Cowan appeared in only part of the series, her down-to-earth attitude and love for the job made her a fan favourite. She left midway through the season once her help was no longer required but has continued to connect with audiences through social media.
In a new video interview for show sponsor Beaumont & Bear, Cowan reflected on her experience and called for greater support for the farming community.
'Farm24 is showcasing to the general public, over a 24-hour period, what a farmer gets up to,' she said. 'The Government should invest more time and money into farming because we need it. It's a bit of a dying industry otherwise.'
She continued: 'Going forward, I hope the next generation of farmers will be recognised more by the public and the Government, especially to put British farming on the map and for people to be aware that we are here.'
'Being part of the community is probably the most rewarding part for me,' she added. 'You have your neighbours and you're all in tune with each other. You can talk, and if you're having problems, they'll all be there to help you.'
Cowan has also been commended for breaking down stereotypes about female farmers.
In a recent TikTok post, she hit back at a sexist remark from a '60-year-old bloke' who asked if she was 'a farmer's wife.'
'I am a farmer,' she replied firmly — repeating the phrase throughout the clip.
The video sparked a wave of support from fellow women in farming. One commenter wrote: 'This is so true — I'm also a farmer but am always recognised as a farmer's wife.'
Another added: 'I love that you went into an industry so dominated by men and showed them how a female is just as good — or in some cases better! Show 'em, hun.'
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