This Farming Life
Overview
This Farming Life offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of five distinct farming families navigating the challenges and rewards of agricultural life in Scotland's stunning, rugged terrains. Each family's story unfolds against breathtaking backdrops, showcasing their resilience, hard work, and deep connection to the land. As they confront the unpredictable nature of farming, viewers witness not only the difficulties but also the victories that come with dedication and passion for their craft. The series beautifully captures the essence of rural life and the bonds formed within these close-knit communities.
Episodes
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1
Episode 1
Sandy, the dedicated sea shepherd, sets out on a boat to round up a group of wild sheep from a secluded Scottish island.
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2
Episode 2
George and Sybil round up their sheep from a vast, challenging terrain that spans six square miles of mountainous landscape.
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3
Episode 3
The crofters join forces to treat their sheep with insecticide ahead of the breeding season.
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4
Episode 4
In eastern Scotland, Martin's barns are bustling with expectant cows.
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5
Episode 5
Title: Episode 5 Plot: In the northern reaches, John is working diligently to grow both his livestock and his territory.
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6
Episode 6
Sandy Granville examines the destruction to his croft following one of the most intense storms in history.
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7
Episode 7
With lambing season only a month away, Martin is busy caring for 500 expectant ewes.
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8
Episode 8
Title: Episode 8 Plot: With the arrival of spring, John prepares for the birth of 6,000 lambs and decides to bring in additional help to manage the i...
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9
Episode 9
Title: Episode 9 Plot: Bobby and Anne set out to round up their expectant ewes from the hillside as they prepare for lambing season. With the clock t...
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10
Episode 10
Sybil is busy getting ready for George's birthday celebration while also anticipating the visit of her sister and niece from England.
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11
Episode 11
Martin gets ready to showcase two young bulls at the Royal Highland Show in Edinburgh.
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Episode 1
With the arrival of the new year, we are introduced to three fresh farming families. The Irvine duo, father Raymond and son Johnny, take center stage ...
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2
Episode 2
Lynn and Sandra, a new couple in the crofting community, experience a significant milestone as they send their first pigs off to slaughter. Meanwhile,...
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Episode 3
Title: Episode 3 Plot: Investigators come to evaluate the subsidy application submitted by Raymond and Johnny. Meanwhile, Kirsty and Aimee round up t...
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Episode 4
The McLean family, who run a dairy farm, makes their debut in the community. Raymond puts in a tremendous effort to rescue his lambs. Meanwhile, Stevi...
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5
Episode 5
The Rodgers are about to take their last TB test. Meanwhile, Lynn and Sandra welcome a variety of animals to their croft. Raymond is left in suspense ...
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Episode 6
Title: Episode 6 Plot: In Shetland, Kirsty faces the challenge of her first breach delivery. Meanwhile, Stevie's beloved pygmy goat, Ginger, experie...
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Episode 7
Title: Episode 7 Plot: Raymond explores the potential of his hybrid valais blacknose sheep in the marketplace. Meanwhile, Lynn and Sandra venture i...
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8
Episode 8
Lynn and Sandra confront the looming threat of drought on the croft. Meanwhile, Stevie's buffalo herd takes a refreshing plunge into the loch to cool ...
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Episode 9
Title: Episode 9 Plot: Lynn and Sandra celebrate their inaugural honey harvest. The Rodgers prepare to bid farewell to their bull, Mario. Meanwhile...
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10
Episode 10
Raymond and a group of volunteers take on the task of giving the valais blacknose sheep a thorough bath. Meanwhile, Kirsty and Tom come to the aid of ...
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Episode 11
Title: Episode 11 Plot: Raymond and his fiancée Jen embark on a working holiday in Switzerland to assist friends in rounding up their valais blackno...
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12
Episode 12
In the Highlands, Lynn and Sandra, the new crofters, are excited to welcome a fresh flock of sheep and receive a shipment of hens. They have high hope...
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1
Episode 1
In Armadale, a hill farmer gets ready for one of the largest sheep auctions in Europe. Meanwhile, in Haweswater, a couple faces the most significant r...
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2
Episode 2
Frank and Georgia, the father-daughter duo, take on the Westmoreland County Show. Meanwhile, Matt and Murray face a chaotic DIY mishap while trying to...
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3
Episode 3
Title: Episode 3 Plot: On Isla and George's farm, the stags are bellowing, while Matt and Murray search for a new ram. Joyce comes to the aid of her ...
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5
Episode 5
Helen and Graham find themselves facing a crisis. Meanwhile, Emma and Ewan get some troubling news. Frank and Georgia present their pygmy goat, Pluto,...
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6
Episode 6
Helen and Graham's flock is subjected to blood testing, marking Grey's first encounter with sheep. Meanwhile, Matt faces an unforeseen visitor, prompt...
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7
Episode 7
As late winter settles in, Storm Ciara is causing chaos for hill farmer Joyce. Meanwhile, Frank and Georgia find themselves without water, and Helen a...
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8
Episode 8
Emma Gray manages to sell her sheepdog Meg for an astonishing world record price. Meanwhile, Matt and Dani prepare for the inaugural TB test on their ...
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Episode 1
In the heart of Scotland’s most isolated regions, six farming families navigate their daily lives. Emma and Ewan settle into their dream farm on But...
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Episode 2
Title: Episode 2 Plot: The Cursiter family on Orkney is deep into lambing season, while the Love family is pushing forward with their dairy ambitions...
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Episode 3
Title: Episode 3 Plot: Ronnie and Pete get ready for an exciting new addition, while Joanna faces a challenging learning experience. Meanwhile, Sea...
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Episode 4
Emma and Ewan come up with a strategy to raise peacocks, while Barbara kicks off her pumpkin project with great enthusiasm. Meanwhile, Ronnie and Pete...
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Episode 5
Young farmer Sean sets off on his yearly journey to shear sheep, while the Love family forges ahead with their dairy ambitions. Meanwhile, Ronnie and ...
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Episode 6
Emma and Ewan receive their initial paycheck from the new farm, marking an exciting milestone. Meanwhile, Joanna and Donald continue to develop their ...
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Episode 7
Emma and Ewan take on the challenges of the Bute Agricultural Show, while Mike travels to Northern Ireland in pursuit of a top-quality pedigree tup. M...
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Episode 8
Barbara hosts her inaugural sunflower-themed afternoon tea, while Sean and the rest of the family confront a heartbreaking situation. Meanwhile, the L...
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Episode 9
Title: Episode 9 Plot: Emma and Ewan travel to the Kelso Ram Sales to find three new rams for their farm. Meanwhile, in Orkney, Sean starts his jou...
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10
Episode 10
As pumpkin season kicks off at the Girvans' farm near Loch Ness, Kayleigh's delicious milkshakes prove to be a hit. Meanwhile, Emma and Ewan decide to...
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Episode 11
In Orkney, Sean takes another significant stride toward realizing his dream. However, the opening of the farm shop is put on hold due to a surprising ...
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Episode 12
Title: Episode 12 Plot: The Frasers encounter some initial hurdles with their recently opened farm shop. Meanwhile, in Fife, Mike and Pete dive into ...
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Episode 2
The Barclays are settling into their new venture, the Fat Lamb business. Rachel and Camy take a trip to Lairg to purchase additional ewes. Meanwhile, ...
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Episode 3
On the tidal island of North Uist, the Highland cattle are transported for pregnancy scans. Camy and Rachel prepare for an exciting event, while in th...
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Episode 6
Carianne brings a bull to the Oban Highland Show. Meanwhile, the Barclays are busy throughout the night as they begin the lambing season. Rachel and C...
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Episode 8
Jenni relocates her alpacas to their fresh arena. Meanwhile, the MacDonalds set up an extensive breakfast run for their expecting cows. In addition, N...
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Episode 9
Carianne is on a quest to find the mother of a newborn calf that has gone missing. Meanwhile, Rachel and Camy are up on the hills caring for their Che...
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10
Episode 10
Throughout the year, a farmer’s responsibilities never seem to end. Robert is deeply engaged in lambing season on his croft in the Cairngorms Nation...
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Episode 11
Jenni's alpacas receive their yearly trim, while the MacDonald cattle embark on an impressive trek across a tidal sandbar. Meanwhile, Nikki and Ollie ...
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Episode 12
The Barclay brothers are eager to secure the prestigious Young Handler trophy at the Royal Highland Show. Meanwhile, Rachel and Camy place their faith...
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Taking Over the Family Farm
This year marks a significant milestone as Nick gets ready to inherit the family farm from his father, Derek. Meanwhile, Jo and Andy anxiously anticip...
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2
Chasm in the Wheat Field
A fissure opens up in the wheat field belonging to Andy and Jo, while single mother Sally conducts pregnancy scans on her ewes. Meanwhile, the Imrie f...
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Pig Pandemonium
Title: Pig Mayhem Plot: The Imrie family struggles to manage their headstrong pigs, while Nick's low-maintenance sheep clash with his father's tradit...
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Island Farming on the Edge
In search of assistance, Paul reaches out to the community regarding a ewe that is in trouble. Meanwhile, Nick’s worries about succession are height...
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Summer Festival Fun and Games
Title: Summer Festival Excitement Plot: The Imries gear up for their most significant event yet, but they face a setback as online ticket sales plumm...
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An Island Weddding
On Papay, Paul and Mel balance their farm duties with wedding preparations, while in Caithness, Sally’s ewes are suffering from an unexplained illne...
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Handing Over the Reins
The Thomsons discuss their plans for Nick to assume control of the family farm. Meanwhile, the Imrie family's farm-to-fork event faces a setback when ...
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You Reap What You Sow
Title: Harvest Consequences Plot: Andy and Jo gather their harvest to find out whether their efforts have paid off. Meanwhile, Nick and Holly explore...