About this season
The reality of life for three modern-day British farmers and their families as they work to protect their land, livestock and legacy across the seasons, shining a light on those who work tirelessly to make a living off the land.
Episodes (10)
1. Episode 1
Aired 7 January 2020
A potent pest threatens crops on Tom's farm. Ally tries to save his soya crop from hungry pigeons. In Shropshire, Ian has inventive plans to improve his rescue pigs' lives.
2. Episode 2
Aired 14 January 2020
Rural crime hits Pete and Ally in Herefordshire as thieves strike right before harvest. In Cambridgeshire, Tom clashes with a worker. A huge bull poses a dilemma for farmer Ian.
3. Episode 3
Aired 21 January 2020
Mechanical failure and a mini twister hit Ally as he tries to bale a £10,000 grass harvest. Absent staff and a huge pie order put the heat on Ian and Stef in their farm bakery.
4. Episode 4
Aired 28 January 2020
A one-ton bull causes problems for Ian as he attempts to grow his cattle herd. Plus, a potentially disastrous barn fire keeps Tom and Joe alert as they stack the hay harvest.
5. Episode 5
Aired 4 February 2020
Ian's fleet of ageing tractors buckle under the strain of the first harvest of the year. Ally faces spiralling costs as his new campsite venture slips months behind schedule.
6. Episode 6
Aired 11 February 2020
Three British farmers trying to run three very different family farms across the UK reveal the challenges and rewards that come with making a living off the land.
7. Episode 7
Aired 18 February 2020
Ian's cattle face an important day as they are tested for bovine tuberculosis. And, Ally uses Viking woodcraft skills to build a fence for his new camping side business.
8. Episode 8
Aired 25 February 2020
Tom seeks expert help to save one of his ancient hedgerows. Meanwhile, Ian has a loose pig on his hands when one of them escapes during weigh-in and Ally runs out of storage.
9. Episode 9
Aired 3 March 2020
Three British farmers trying to run three very different family farms across the UK reveal the challenges and rewards that come with making a living off the land.
10. Episode 10
Aired 10 March 2020
Three British farmers trying to run three very different family farms across the UK reveal the challenges and rewards that come with making a living off the land.