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The Farmers' Country Showdown

2017

Seasons & Episodes

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EP1 Kilnsey Show Jan 02, 2023

Busy tenant farming couple David and Charlotte rear their sheep and cattle in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales with help from their young, enthusiastic children and are so determined to build a secure future for the farm that they both hold down second jobs. With their finest sheep in tow, the family are pinning their hopes on winning at Kilnsey Show, and to up their chances, they're entering 18 different classes!

EP2 Lavenham Farmers' Market Jan 03, 2023

New farmer Greg has spent the past two years transforming a derelict council plot into a fruit and veg haven. After missing the countryside while working as a yacht crew member, and then overcoming heart surgery, Greg's mission now is to provide fresh quality food to his community. As a new business making little profit, selling at award-winning Lavenham Farmers' Market is a vital source of income, so creating an eye-catching stall to show off his colourful harvest is key.

EP3 Heckington Show - Shire Horses Jan 04, 2023

Committed horseman John is devoted to his shire horses Richard and George, who live at stables near Grimsby that John built for them. Shires are now a rare breed, and John fears for their future. By competing at Lincolnshire's Heckington Show, he hopes to raise awareness of their champion qualities and rack up some rosettes with help at the reins from friend Terri, who is showing for the first time.

EP4 Edenbridge & Oxted - Sheep and Pigs Jan 05, 2023

Hard grafters Gussie and her mum Susan are a driving force on their family livestock farm in East Sussex, where three generations muck in every day to get the work done. Gussie's passion is her Welsh pigs, and she his as keen for her pedigree team to scoop up awards at Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show.

EP5 Melplash Show Jan 09, 2023

Diana and Nigel are devoted to all the animals on their Devon farm, but Diana's shire horses hold a special place in her heart. After an impressive career in the competition ring with beloved horse Tilly, this year's Melplash Show will be their swansong, and emotions are running high.

EP6 Royal Welsh Show - Pigs Jan 10, 2023

Morgan and Tasha have only been pig farmers for a couple of years, but with over 100 pigs on their rented land near Prestatyn, they definitely mean business. However, funding their young farm is a constant concern. As first timers at the Royal Welsh Show, they want their Duroc pigs to turn the judge's head, in particular their favourite boar, Sully.

EP7 Ludlow Food Festival - Cider and Meat Jan 11, 2023

Brothers Denis and Eric have lived and worked on their Herefordshire family farm for nearly 40 years. As well as rearing their native breed cattle, they're proud of the orchards they've tended over the decades, which they now use to make award-winning cider and perry. As experienced sellers at Ludlow Food Festival in Shropshire, they know that serving up plenty of samples and flavours will be a magnet for buyers.

EP8 Ripley Farmers' Market Jan 12, 2023

Tracey and Graham only became farmers 13 years ago, and in that time have invested everything to establish their thriving goat herd. They need to earn a living from their homemade goat's cheese and soap, so Ripley Farmers' Market in Surrey is a vital lifeline. Run by volunteers, this village market has not only won awards but gives them out, and Tracey and Graham receive some surprise news.

EP9 Barnard Castle Farmers' Market Jan 16, 2023

Cheesemakers Allison and Jonathan and rapeseed oil farmers Olly and Francesca head to Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market, County Durham, to try and secure a successful day’s takings.

EP10 Moreton Show Jan 17, 2023

Annie’s majestic Highland cattle, along with Tanya and her sons’ prize pygmy goats gear up to wow the judges at the Moreton-in-Marsh show in Gloucestershire.

EP11 Lambeth Country Show Jan 18, 2023

Dedicated city farmers Claire at Surrey Docks Farm and Tom from Stepney City Farm hope their London-reared sheep rack up lots of rosette wins at the Lambeth Country Show.

EP12 Okehampton Show Jan 19, 2023

Farming couples Debbie and Arthur, along with Ada and Russell, head to Devon’s Okehampton Show with their loyal families to win recognition for their pedigree cattle from the judges.

EP13 Lenham Farmers' Market Jan 23, 2023

Farming couple Robert and Catherine sell their cider for the first time at Lenham Country Market in Kent, while seasoned beekeepers Vince and Sue create a buzz with their honey.

EP14 Edenbridge and Oxted - Goats and Cows Jan 24, 2023

First time competitors James and Louisa enter the ring with their Jersey cows at Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show, while Jill edges closer to a big win with her goats.

EP15 Tenbury Show Jan 25, 2023

Farming families Ben, Laura and their kids, along with Vicky, Rob and son Dan, compete with their best sheep at Tenbury Countryside Show, hoping their hard work will be rewarded.

EP16 Ludlow Food Festival - Cheese and Truffles Jan 26, 2023

Shropshire cheesemakers Sarah and Paul, along with truffle growers Mike and Michelle, hope for a lucrative day of sales and lots of customer interest at the Ludlow Food Festival.

EP17 Wensleydale Show Jan 30, 2023

Young farmer Katie parades her Jersey cows, along with sibling duo Beth and Luke and their Limousin cattle, all pinning their hopes on winning at Wensleydale Agricultural Show.

EP18 Royal Welsh Show - Goats & Ponies Jan 31, 2023

The Royal Welsh Show sees goat farmer Liz and Welsh pony breeder Kitty face the scrutiny of the judges, hoping their hard work will be rewarded.

EP19 Heckington Show - Sheep Feb 01, 2023

Sheep farming couple Martyn and Sadie compete against friends and rivals Richard and Sarah at Lincolnshire’s Heckington Show, a headline event for their rare breed Lincoln Longwools.

EP20 Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show Feb 02, 2023

Goat farmers Richard and Sophie sell their goat's milk ice cream at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show, while Tom and Emily are on a sales mission with their organic beef.
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Synopsis

Series celebrating inspirational farming families and the rural events where they showcase their hard work, as they try to win the top prizes.

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Reviews

SunnyHello Nice effects though.
Libramedi Intense, gripping, stylish and poignant
Dotbankey A lot of fun.
Patience Watson One of those movie experiences that is so good it makes you realize you've been grading everything else on a curve.