Jeremy Clarkson expertly shuts down fan who blamed Brexit for dire state of British farming

The clip shows the former Top Gear presenter calling for stronger Government support for agriculture in the next Parliament.

“We’ve been asked to diversify and when we try to do that the local authorities tell us we can’t. At least address it,” Mr Clarkson said.

One X user suggested Mr Clarkson should “join Reform” and act as an adviser for farmers.

Another replied that the former Brexit Party was “the reason why most farms are struggling”, claiming the loss of EU subsidies had made imported food cheaper than domestic produce.

Mr Clarkson responded bluntly: “Oh dear. You don’t seem to have grasp of reality.”

The exchange sparked dozens of responses from users weighing in on farming, food security and agricultural policy.

“Farmers are the most important people. Without them we starve,” one supporter wrote.

Others urged consumers to buy local produce, while some criticised diversification as “not farming”.

Another commenter described a “double-edged sword”, saying farmers are encouraged to diversify while being blocked by regulation.

One fan even called for “Jeremy Clarkson for agricultural minister”.

Oh dear. You don’t seem to have grasp of reality.

— Jeremy Clarkson (@JeremyClarkson) January 8, 2026

The No Farmers, No Food X account (@NoFarmsNoFoods) acts as a digital hub for a high-profile UK farming advocacy campaign.

It was founded in early 2024 by Mr Melville, a PR specialist and media commentator who grew up on a family farm in Scotland.

While Mr Melville is the public face of the campaign, it is run alongside a steering group of around 20 farmers from across the UK.

The account focuses on issues including legislative pressure, economic fairness, mental health and food security.

Despite being a prominent supporter of British farmers, Mr Clarkson has previously distanced himself from the group.

In 2025, he said on social media: “I have nothing to do with that account,” after being incorrectly associated with a quote it shared.

The Diddly Squat Farm Shop owner has also said he is “not the right person” to lead such movements, arguing third-generation farmers should take the lead to avoid the debate being dismissed as “class war”.

Nevertheless, he emerged as a leading voice in protests against the Labour Government’s Autumn Budget in 2024.

The budget introduced a 20 per cent inheritance tax on farms worth more than £1 million, prompting warnings families would be forced to sell land to pay the bill.

Mr Clarkson joined around 20,000 farmers in London urging ministers to reverse what he described as a serious misjudgment.

After 14 months of sustained protests, the Government announced a partial U-turn in December 2025.

The inheritance tax threshold was raised, allowing married couples to pass on up to £5 million in agricultural assets tax-free.

The presenter has continued to criticise what he calls an “anti-farming” political climate, accusing the Government of misunderstanding agriculture, increasing regulation and failing to support farmers amid poor weather.

He has barred most Labour MPs from his pub, The Farmer’s Dog, and regularly highlights diversification struggles on Clarkson's Farm.

Looking ahead, Mr Clarkson is due to host the Cereals 2026 industry event at Diddly Squat Farm on June 10–11.

The event is expected to attract around 25,000 farmers from across the UK.

While he admits he could personally walk away from farming, Mr Clarkson says he will remain in the industry.

He argues British farmers possess a “quiet resilience” capable of withstanding continued political pressure.