Tackling TB, together.
No farmer should face a bovine TB breakdown alone.
TB Champions is a Community Interest Company (CIC). TB Champions provides practical, peer-led support to farming families navigating the challenges of bovine TB. Working alongside veterinary and statutory services, we ensure farmers have someone consistent, informed and trusted to stand with them throughout the breakdown process.
Each participating farm is paired with a trained local TB Champion who offers reassurance, coordination, and guidance - helping farmers stay informed, confident and supported during an isolating and complex time.
Currently supporting farmers within Devon. Please note, support is free of charge.
Why does TB Champions exist?
Bovine TB affects far more than cattle. It disrupts businesses, increases costs, restricts movement, and places significant strain on farming families’ wellbeing and decision-making.
Research shows 91% of farmer’s experience poor mental health during TB breakdowns, highlighting the urgent need for structured support tailored specifically to this challenge.
TB Champions CIC was established to meet that need.
How we support farmers
A dedicated TB Champion assigned to each farm
Monthly visits and ongoing contact
Help navigating testing, licensing and restrictions
Coordination with vets and APHA (with consent)
Signposting to mental health specialists of whom are familiar with the challenges of TB.
Workshops for local farming communities
Practical tools such as wildlife monitoring cameras
Together, these services reduce isolation, strengthen resilience and improve engagement with disease control measures.
Working alongside trusted organisations
We collaborate with:
