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Olly ‘Blogs’ Harrison is an entrepreneur and farmer who has been working the land for 44 years, building his farming operation from 180 acres to over 1,500.
He is a popular figure on social media, boasting over half a million followers across platforms. He is the face behind the YouTube channel @OllyBlogsAgricontractfarm; the daily videos he posts started in lockdown and now provide a glimpse into the real-world challenges and triumphs of farming.
His TikTok videos have been liked over 2.7 million times and his YouTube videos watched over 117 million times! He shares his insights, experiences, and challenges faced by the agricultural industry.
Olly ‘Blogs’ Harrison’s content resonates with farming enthusiasts as well as those curious about the intricacies of rural life. He has never been afraid to speak honestly about the industry, achieving the DLG accolade of ‘International Agricultural Influencer for YouTube’, and was even recognised as an NFU Community Farming Hero.
His ability to explain the complexities of farming life made him a regular contributor across the BBC, including BBC News and BBC Radio 4.

Olly, who left school at 16 having struggled with dyslexia, has grown his farm from just 180 acres to over 1,500. The business now has 14 different income streams including chipping wood for biomass to dog walking fields and merchandise.
But Olly is not just about farming. His dedication to the cause extends to charities, with his contributions exceeding £450,000. From his tractor runs through Liverpool, to the YouTube ‘birthday bumper’, many charities have benefitted from his fundraising. Charities include Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Fans Supporting Foodbanks, and the Northwest Air Ambulance, as well as supporting aid in Ukraine. In recognition of his contributions, he has been made a Deputy Lieutenant of Merseyside.
A passionate figure in the farming world, Olly led a powerful march in London in 2024 against the government’s proposed rise in inheritance tax for farmers, using his voice and social media reach to rally thousands.
He is a popular farming speaker, available for private appearances, corporate live events, and influencer jobs.
