The Farmers' Country Showdown (2017) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Farmers' Country Showdown online in HD.
The Farmers' Country Showdown — Storyline
Series celebrating inspirational farming families and the rural events where they showcase their hard work, as they try to win the top prizes.
Cast & Crew
The Farmers' Country Showdown — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2017-02-13 |
| Seasons | 7 |
| Episodes | 135 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | BBC One |
| Status | Returning Series |
The Farmers' Country Showdown — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Dairy Cattle (2017-02-13) — Today, dairy farmers Ben and Holly from Eynsford in Kent come up against their neighbour and friend Trevor from Guston at the Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show in Surrey.
- E2: Farmers Against the Odds (2017-02-14) — Today, five groups of dedicated farmers from across the country will be up against each other as they try and win this year's 'Against the Odds' category at the British Farming Awa
- E3: Sheepdog Trials (2017-02-15) — Today, sheepdog trainers and farmers Shirley from Lancashire and Yorkshire-based John compete alongside man's best friend at the Nidderdale Agricultural Show Sheep Dog Trials.
- E4: Beef Cattle (2017-02-16) — Today, cattle farmers Robert and Sandie from West Sussex and Hertfordshire-based Bridget go into the ring against the best of this year's beef cows at the Edenbridge and Oxted Agri
- E5: Diversification Awards (2017-02-17) — Today, three inspirational farming families with real ingenuity and determination are up against each other for this year's Diversification of the Year Award at the Farmers Weekly
- E6: Pigs (2017-02-20) — Pig-farming family Clive, Hilary and Rebecca from the south west of England and Barbara from Wales hope to win prizes for their best pigs at the Dorset County Show.
- E7: Ludlow (2017-02-21) — Dairy farmer turned ice cream maker Gillian from Droitwich and Wolverhampton-based rapeseed oil artisans Rupert and Tracey are selling their products at Ludlow Food Festival.
- E8: Horses (2017-02-22) — Traditional farmers and horsemen Robert from the New Forest and Dan from the Surrey Hills show the skill and passion needed to do well in one of the country's top ploughing competi
- E9: Sheep (2017-02-23) — Dorset-based sheep farmers Jo and Dan from Beaminster and Jon and Justine from Stalbridge get ready to show off the best of their flock at the Melplash Agricultural Show in Dorset.
- E10: Cream Awards (2017-02-24) — Two young farmers with cutting-edge ideas compete against each other in the Cream Awards. Hayden from Helston and Jack from Launceston are both hoping to walk away with the Young F
- E11: Alpacas (2017-02-27) — Alpaca breeders Barbara and Paul from Cumbria and Jean and Stewart from Scotland show off these gentle and characterful animals at the Westmorland County Show.
- E12: Cheese (2017-02-28) — The cheddar-making Clothier family from Somerset and Pylle-based goats' cheesemaker Roger compete against the cream of the crop at the prestigious Global Cheese Awards at Frome.
- E13: Winter Pigs (2017-03-01) — Farming series. Pig farmers Nick from Gamlingay and David from Leeds show their large whites in a bid to bring home the bacon at the English Winter Fair.
- E14: Wine (2017-03-02) — Winemakers Bob, Annie and Sam from Bodmin and Kim and John from Penzance put their wines to the test during blind tastings at the South West Vineyard Competition in Cornwall.
- E15: College Challenge (2017-03-03) — Next-generation farmers Luke and Alice from Daventry and Iwan from Wales have their farming knowledge put to the test at the East of England Smithfield Festival College Challenge.
Season 2
- E1: Sheepdogs (2018-01-02) — Today, sheepdog trainers and farmers James Read from Lincolnshire and Cheshire-based James Gilman will compete alongside man's best friend in the Sheep Dog Trials at The Hope Agric
- E2: Poultry (2018-01-03) — Today the Rev. Daniel Reed from Cornwall shows his prize-winning ducks, while Gabbie Franklin from Herefordshire exhibits her chickens in the competitive poultry classes at the Pem
- E3: Honey and Veg (2018-01-04) — Today, two Produce Farmers hope to sell out at London's oldest Farmers Market, in Islington. They are Nigel Dyer, fruit and veg grower from Cambridgeshire, and London bee keeper Cu
- E4: Killin (2018-01-05) — Today it's a battle of the clans at Killin Agricultural Show in Scotland, as local farmers Neil and Eilihd Campbell face Willie and Sandra Taylor in the competitive cattle classes.
- E5: Edenbridge Pigs (2018-01-08) — Today pig farmers Debbie Dallaway from Hawkhurst in Kent, and Sussex-based mother-son duo Michaela and Oliver, hope their best pedigree pigs can earn them a flurry of red rosettes
- E6: Goats (2018-01-09) — Today at the Cotswold's Moreton-in-Marsh Show, competitive Oxfordshire-based breeder Betty Judge shows 21 of her cherished Pygmy goats while 20 year-old Laura Ketley from Warwicksh
- E7: Gin and Eggs (2018-01-10) — Today Cornish poultry farmer Rebecca Tonks hopes to attract attention to her new egg products at the Speciality And Fine Food Fair at the London Olympia, while Northampton-based To
- E8: Shire Horses (2018-01-11) — Today 23 year-old horse breeder Molly from Kent and Surrey-based friends Jackie and Paul have winning on their minds, as they enter their beloved shire horses in the Heavy Horse co
- E9: Against the Odds (2018-01-12) — Today five groups of dedicated farmers from across the country go up against each other as they try and win this year's Against The Odds category at The British Farming Awards.
- E10: Sheep (2018-01-15) — Sheep farmers Neil and Rhian from the Brecon Beacons and Crymych-based shepherds Mandy and Derek hope to beat the competition with their pedigree breed sheep at the Pembrokeshire C
- E11: Farm Worker of the Year (2018-01-16) — Today three influential farm workers, all essential to the success of their farms, go up against each other. They are all hoping to be named Farm Worker Of The Year at the prestigi
- E12: Flowers (2018-01-17) — Today flower farmer Natalie Davies from Worcester and arable farmer Cate Morris from Gloucestershire will use flowers from their farms to create stunning floral displays to impress
- E13: Venison and Beer (2018-01-18) — Today two very different farm producers attend the annual Farnham Food Festival to sell their products to the public. Gamekeeper and butcher Jack is promoting his wild venison, whi
- E14: Dexter Cattle Auction (2018-01-19) — Cattle farmers Kim from Somerset and husband-wife team Geoff and Beverley head to Sedgemoor Auction, one of the largest livestock markets in the country, to sell a selection of the
- E15: Gransden Pigs (2018-01-22) — Pedigree pig farmers David and Linda from Essex and Hayley Lake from Norfolk have their eyes on the prize when they enter the show ring at the Gransden Show in Cambridgeshire.
- E16: Ploughing (2018-01-23) — Farmers and traditional horsemen Paul from Bedfordshire and John from Hampshire show the skill and passion needed to do well in one of the country's top ploughing competitions.
- E17: Agricultural Student of the Year (2018-01-24) — Five young farmers battle it out at the British Farming Awards, all hoping to become Agricultural Student of the Year.
- E18: Apples and Pears (2018-01-25) — Two fruit-growing 'apple entrepreneurs' compete at the Malvern Autumn Show. Both want to give their exceptional fruit and farm-produced juices a real boost, and winning a rosette c
- E19: Salt and Crisps (2018-01-26) — At the Speciality and Fine Food Fair in London, potato farmer Anthony Froggatt hopes to attract interest in his premium crisp products made on his farm in Staffordshire. Meanwhile,
- E20: Diversification Award (2018-01-29) — Three inspirational farming families, with real ingenuity and determination, are up against each other for the Diversification of the Year Award at the Farmers Weekly Awards.
Season 3
- E1: Honey and Veg (2019-01-07) — Ireland's only full-time female beekeeper Valentine Hodges and market gardener John McCormick meet their regular customers and discover new ones while selling their skincare produc
- E2: Sheep and Pigs (2019-01-08) — Sheep farmers Ian and Fiona compete at the Yeovil Show alongside the Wills family, who run a mixed farm and exhibit pigs. All hope to build their reputations for prizewinning stock
- E3: Flowers (2019-01-09) — Flower farmer Shelley Sishton and sweet pea grower Darren Everest compete at the Kent County Show. Their displays are bespoke and spectacular as they go all out for a gold card.
- E4: Sheep and Goats (2019-01-10) — Dairy farmer Tereza shows her prize goats with the help of young protege Matthew at the Tendring Hundred Show, while aspiring farmer and agricultural assessor Mark competes for rec
- E5: Cattle (2019-01-11) — Highland cattle farmers Simon and Emma show their finest bull and dream of winning big at the Great Yorkshire Show. In the shorthorn category, Stuart and Gail take a big step and s
- E6: Sheep and Honey (2019-01-14) — Inner-city farm manager Tom competes with his show-winning sheep at the vibrant London-based Lambeth Country Show, while beekeeper Paul strives to sell his produce to support local
- E7: Sausage and Herbs (2019-01-15) — Passionate pig farmer Keith and budding herb grower Peter battle the temperamental British weather to get their premium produce to families and friends at the long-established Blac
- E8: Dexter Cattle (2019-01-16) — Veterinary surgeon Robin goes head to head with experienced breeder 81-year-old Di with their diminutive Dexter cattle in the national competition at the Royal Norfolk Show.
- E9: Sausages and Wine (2019-01-17) — The Shrewsbury Food Festival plays host to first generation farmer Sam and the family-run Kerry Vale Vineyard, as they try to sell out of their rare breed pork and English wine.
- E10: Young Farmer Awards (2019-01-18) — Three passionate young farmers, the next generation of rising talent, battle it out at The Farmers Weekly Awards. Who will be crowned Young Farmer of the Year?
- E11: Ice Cream and Cider (2019-01-21) — Goat ice cream producers Ian and Lauren and seventh-generation farmers turned cider producers Shawn and Trudie compete with the weather and the World Cup to sell their premium prod
- E12: Alpacas (2019-01-22) — Alpaca farmers Ian and Caroline and former circus ringmaster turned farmer Drew compete with their alpacas for coveted red rosettes at the Royal Three Counties Show.
- E13: Chorizo and Sausages (2019-01-23) — Northern Ireland's first charcuterie maker, Alistair, is joined by Kenny and Jennifer (whose menagerie of animals are stars of the silver screen), as they aim to sell their home-re
- E14: Sheep (2019-01-24) — It doesn't get tougher than showing sheep at the most prestigious Welsh show. Mother and daughter team Bethan and Elinor compete alongside Philip and Emma and family, with their We
- E15: Farm Worker Awards (2019-01-25) — Three influential farm workers, all critical to the success of their farms, hope to be named Farm Worker of the Year at the prestigious Farmers Weekly Awards.
- E16: Sheep (2019-01-28) — The Kent County Show's sheep competition sees luxury sheep breeder Renee and farmers Ed and Gemma take to the ring. With her eyes on first prize, daughter Poppy has her sights set
- E17: Rapeseed Oil and Buffalo (2019-01-29) — Northern Ireland's only buffalo farmers, Michael and Barry, and rapeseed oil producers Jane and Michael hope to sell out the fortieth annual Irish Game Fair.
- E18: Shire Horses (2019-01-30) — Two families who are multigenerational shire horse breeders exhibit their prize-winning pedigrees and compete for glory at the Royal Cheshire Show.
- E19: Cattle (2019-01-31) — Two Welsh pedigree cattle farmers battle it out at with the best of the best at Europe's largest agricultural event, the Royal Welsh Show. Winning here means everything to their fa
- E20: Diversification Awards (2019-02-01) — When making a living in farming, sometimes taking big risks can make a difference. Three inspirational farming families are celebrated for their ideas and ingenuity, but only one c
Season 4
- E1: Alexandra Palace – Chicken & Veg (2020-01-06) — Nick and Jacob left the rat race to pursue their dream of farming perfect poultry. They will be joined at Alexandra Palace farmers' market by organic and heritage fruit and vegetab
- E2: Norfolk – Pigs (2020-01-07) — Passionate pig owners the Cullingtons and farming couple Chris and Julie hope to turn their dreams into reality and win the top prizes at this year's Royal Norfolk Show.
- E3: South Wales – Shire Horses (2020-01-08) — Former police officer Huw Murphy and the Harries family go head to head with their beloved shire horses at the 37th South Wales Shire Horse Society Show. For the Harries family, it
- E4: Scottish Game Fair – Garlic & Cheese (2020-01-09) — Two very different food producers who have put their hearts and soul into getting their products to market are heading to the Scottish Game Fair. The Allingham family are promoting
- E5: Awards – Against the Odds (2020-01-10) — Not everyone has generations of experience behind them or a farm to call their own. Four groups of dedicated farmers who have shown resilience and ingenuity are up against each oth
- E6: Launceston – Cattle (2020-01-13) — Young couple Darren and Emma are braving their first ever cattle show with their precious Ruby Red Poppy in the hope of taking home a red rosette, but first they will have to beat
- E7: Lambeth – Greenhouse & Vauxhall City Farm (2020-01-14) — Two inner-city London charities head to the 46th Lambeth Country Show. This is their chance to raise awareness and funds, and drum up support so they can survive another year and c
- E8: Isle of Wight – Sheep (2020-01-15) — First-time farmers Paige and Kingsley show their sheep at the Isle of Wight show in the hope that it will bring them one step closer to their dream of becoming full-time farmers.
- E9: Northumberland – Sheepdogs (2020-01-16) — International sheepdog breeder David and farmer Brenda battle the temperamental British weather with their pedigree dogs by their sides, competing at Powburn, one of Britain's olde
- E10: Awards – Farming Family (2020-01-17) — Hardworking families across the UK who work around the clock to make their farms a success compete to win the much-coveted and prestigious title of best farming family business at
- E11: Mid Devon – Goats (2020-01-20) — Two farming families are both hoping that their much-loved pygmy goats will bring them acclaim at this year's Mid Devon Agricultural show. The competition is tough and there are re
- E12: Ryedale – Sheep (2020-01-21) — Veteran farming family The Dunns and retired businessman Stephen are all heading to Ryedale to show off their finest sheep. For Stephen this is a chance to carry on his wife’s lega
- E13: Bath – Cheese and Sausages (2020-01-22) — Bath and its beautiful architecture is the backdrop for one of the oldest farmers' markets in Britain where Hugh will be trying to sell his family's award-winning cheese and the Ki
- E14: Tendring – Cattle (2020-01-23) — British White Cattle farmers Vivien, a retired GP, and David and Angela are hoping to help keep their rare breeds alive by competing at the 104th Tendring Show in Essex. It is thei
- E15: Awards – Diversification (2020-01-24) — Making a living from farming today is hard graft and taking big risks can help a farm survive. Today, three inspirational farming families are celebrated for their ideas and ingenu
- E16: Droitwich – Gin & Crisps (2020-01-27) — Baing launched at the Droitwich Food Festival are a unique juneberry gin and Herefordshire-inspired crisps sold in environmentally friendly packets.
- E17: Driffield – Cattle (2020-01-28) — Cattle farmers Alison and Colin compete against their young protegees Katie and Hannah at the Driffield Show. Will either pair's cattle win coveted red rosettes?
- E18: Scottish Game Fair – Potato Vodka & Game (2020-01-29) — Two dedicated farming families are hoping to impress potential buyers at the Scottish Game Fair with their farm-produced potato vodka and a selection of wild game burgers served fr
- E19: Awards – Farm Manager (2020-01-30) — Three exceptional farm managers, all critical to the day-to-day running and future success of their farms, are nominated for the title of Farm Manager of the Year at the prestigiou
- E20: Marylebone Market – Fruit, Veg & Cheese (2020-01-31) — The Akiki family with their biodynamic fruit and vegetables and cheesemaking family the Spierings are hoping to sell their produce at one of London's oldest farmers markets in Mary
Series 5
- E1: Moseley Veg. (2021-01-04) — Sheep and arable farmers John and his son Ed head to the vibrant Moseley farmers’ market, but when they arrive their pitch location threatens to put a dent in their earnings. The s
- E2: Hexham (2021-01-05) — In the beautiful town of Hexham, its fortnightly market brings hope to farmer Andrew and daughter Emma, who are eager to make good sales of their lamb and beef, and young couple Le
- E3: Axbridge (2021-01-06) — At Axbridge Farmers’ Market, our farmers hope to make a profit – Jack and Nina with their farm-produced trout products, and brothers Andy and Tim with their rapeseed oils and sauce
- E4: Longshaw (2021-01-07) — Two proud farmers, Jim and Stuart, compete in one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious sheepdog trials at Longshaw. The competition is strong in this part of the Peak District!
- E5: South of England Agricultural Show (2021-01-08) — Cider-makers Liz and Mike bring their produce to the South of England Agricultural Show. Meanwhile, the Pannell family are gearing up for the show’s poultry competition.
- E6: Stokesley (2021-01-11) — Two families prepare for the farmers' market in historic Stokesley – rare-breed pig farmers Nigel and Benjamin, and the Mellanby family with their harvested vegetables.
- E7: Ashfields (2021-01-12) — The Stafford and Alvis families gear up for a horse-carriage marathon, including Katy Alvis, who has represented Great Britain in the junior championships.
- E8: Ludlow (2021-01-13) — Two farming families rely on Ludlow market to sell their produce – David and George with their premium ciders and Liam and Alice with their harvested vegetables.
- E9: Exeter (2021-01-14) — Two couples prepare for big sales at Exeter farmers' market. Janet and Andy are hoping to sell some of their chickens, while Liv and Henry are gearing up to sell out of veg.
- E10: Moseley Wine (2021-01-15) — A father-and-son team sell their organic fruit and nuts at Moseley farmers' market, and Leon and his brother-in-law Peter seek buyers for their home-grown wines and gins.
- E11: Bowhouse Honey (2021-01-18) — What started as a hobby for dad Jeff has now become a full-on family business with his two charming Mancunian daughters, Tracy and Karen, as they make honey in Perthshire, Scotland
- E12: Petersfield (2021-01-19) — Mike and grandson Jan prepare for Petersfield market, hoping to sell their cheeses and home-grown veg alongside Phil and Sue, selling their 100-year-old secret-recipe sausages.
- E13: Melton Mowbray (2021-01-21) — At one of the UK's oldest livestock markets in Melton Mowbray, sheep farmers Elizabeth and Mitchel, with fellow sellers Sheila and Julia, are hoping to sell their breeding rams.
- E14: Creake Abbey (2021-01-22) — Young farmer Izzi, with the produce from her cows, is heading to the beautiful Creake Abbey Farmer’s Market alongside sisters Laura and Samantha and their award-winning wines.
- E15: Cowbridge (2021-01-25) — Two hard-working farming couples go to the close-knit Cowbridge Farmers’ Market in south Wales. Elwyn and his partner Ann-Sophie hope to unload their large range of veg, and with a
- E16: Cullompton (2021-01-26) — Donna and sons gear up to sell bacon butties, pulled pork wraps and burgers at Cullompton Food Festival. Melanie and Peter are looking to present their unique products, including h
- E17: Winchester (2021-01-27) — Beekeepers Debbie and Chris collect honey from their hives, while fruit and vegetable farmers Paul and Jackie gather their bumper crops for the Winchester Farmers' Market.
- E18: Stroud (2021-01-28) — Sisters Rowan and Lily create natural cosmetics from plants grown in their garden to take to Stroud Farmers’ Market alongside dairy farmer Jess and the produce from her cows.
- E19: Bowhouse Cheese (2021-01-29) — Two Scottish farming families hope to make healthy sales at the Bowhouse market in Fife: Robert and Jane, with their dairy produce, and the Bruce family with their spirits and liqu
- E20: Farden (2021-02-01) — Billy and his nephew face the national champion – Billy's father – at a sheepdog trial, and we meet Melissa and Kenny, who now breed and train sheepdogs after downsizing their farm
Season 6
- E1: Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show (2022-01-03) — Sarah loves her Kunekune pigs and hopes the judges at the Edenbridge and Oxted Agricultural Show do too. Meanwhile, Frances, Simon and their Dexter cows make their debut here.
- E2: Royal Cheshire County Show (2022-01-04) — The Royal Cheshire County Show sees Dutch spotted sheep farming couple Becky and Matt from Derbyshire go head-to-head in the show ring with Sharron and Peter from Yorkshire.
- E3: Stroud Farmers’ Market (2022-01-05) — Livestock farmers Luke and Rebecca and fruit growers Helen and David rely on selling at Stroud Farmers’ Market. It’s full-on for five hours to secure a successful day’s takings.
- E4: Ashbourne Show (2022-01-06) — Dairy farmers Jo and Alex return to Ashbourne Show with their prize-winning Jersey cows. Shire horse breeder John and daughter Catherine also hope for rosette success.
- E5: Blenheim Palace Food Festival (2022-01-07) — Sheep farmers Tim and Tanya have a go at selling their vodka at Blenheim Palace Food Festival. Wye Valley brothers Matt and Kit also create a buzz with their mead.
- E6: Mid Devon Show (2022-01-10) — For Sharon and Andrew, showing their Coloured Ryeland sheep at the Mid Devon Show is a family affair. Gillian and Ian are among the competitors, and tears flow as results come in.
- E7: Lancashire Game & Country Festival (2022-01-11) — Free range pig farming couple SJ and Nat and organic cattle farmers Emma and Ian try to sell their homegrown food at the Lancashire Game and Country Festival.
- E8: Westmorland County Show (2022-01-12) — Alpaca farmers Debbie and Paul hope their hard work preparing to compete at the Westmorland County Show will be rewarded by success in the judging ring.
- E9: Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show (2022-01-13) — Pig farmer Paul and sheep farmer Hannah compete in front of the judges for prize rosettes at Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show, with welcome help from family and friends.
- E10: Abergavenny Food Festival (2022-01-14) — Chilli farmers Kai and Neil launch their new chilli ice cream at Abergavenny Food Festival. Kevin and Natalie also get customers’ taste buds tingling with their cider and juice.
- E11: Mid-Somerset Show (2022-01-17) — Farmer Rhian and her children take their sheep to be judged at the Mid-Somerset Show. Dairy farmer Fred is also returning to defend his championship title, so the pressure is on.
- E12: Lewes Farmers Market (2022-01-18) — Two farming couples brave the elements at Lewes Farmers Market in Sussex in the hope that customers will turn up to buy their quality meat.
- E13: Macclesfield Sheep Dog Trials (2022-01-19) — Experienced sheepdog triallists Ross and James, along with their sons, face tough competition, bad weather and difficult sheep at the prestigious Macclesfield sheepdog trials.
- E14: Shipbourne Farmers’ Market (2022-01-20) — Local cheesemakers Carla and Robin, along with fruit farmer Tom, hope a sunny day at Shipbourne Farmers’ Market in Kent translates into a big customer turnout and plenty of sales.
- E15: Staffordshire County Show (2022-01-21) — Pig farmer Peter returns to the Staffordshire County Show for the first time since he was a teenager. For show day, Lianne and Mark give their South Devon cows a beauty makeover.
- E16: Mid Devon Show (2022-01-24) — For Louise and Olly, a prize for their Beltex sheep at the Mid Devon Show is vital for their future. Amelia and Ben’s Charollais sheep also meet the best breeders in the country.
- E17: Westmorland County Show (2022-01-25) — Cattle farmers Rodney and Annabell go all out to try to win top prizes for their pedigree cows at the Westmorland County Show in Cumbria, as do Helen and Thomas.
- E18: Staffordshire County Show (2022-01-26) — Rare breeds farmer Lyn and her sons compete with their sheep at the Staffordshire County Show, while Jersey cattle farmers Jan, David and daughter Fiona hope to become champions.
- E19: Guildford Farmers’ Market (2022-01-27) — Livestock farmers Ian and Luke hope their high-welfare meat will sell well at Guildford Farmers’ Market. Fruit farmer John also hopes the hot weather will draw in customers.
- E20: The Royal Cheshire County Show (2022-01-28) — Two hopeful goat farming couples, Sam and Jess from Sheffield and Mark and Graeme from Catterick, compete in an intense day of judging at the Royal Cheshire County Show.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Farmers' Country Showdown have? 7 season(s) with 135 episodes.
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