Amanda Owen Dives Deep into Farming Life in New TV Series
Amanda Owen, the famously hardworking mum of nine, is back on our screens with Extraordinary Farming Lives. Over six gripping episodes, she criss-crosses the UK to meet farmers battling the struggles of modern agriculture in 2022.
From Generations to Newcomers: Farming Up Close
Set against stunning British landscapes, Amanda gets up close and personal with six unique farms. Some have been handed down through generations, while others are run by families new to country life. They share stories of survival, tackling everything from brutal weather and COVID restrictions to crises like BSE.
Early Mornings and Hard Graft: Amanda Does It All
The cameras capture it all—late nights, early starts, and family mealtimes as Amanda lends a hand. She’s ploughing fields, milking cows, sorting sheep, and harvesting crops, getting to the heart of what life on a farm really means.
More Than Just Food Providers: The Farmer’s Role Today
“This series will show what life’s really like for farmers in 2022,” said Amanda Owen. “To the outside world, it might seem like some farmers have it made, with large plots of land and expensive machinery but, as ever, the truth is much more complex. I want to explore just what it means to be a farmer today, in a world where so much more is expected of us than ‘just’ being food providers. Along the way I know I’m going to meet some extraordinary, dedicated people and hear some incredible stories in the most beautiful of settings.”
Channel 4’s commissioning editor Jayne Stanger added, “Amanda brings all of her farming and TV experience to this fascinating and celebratory new show. I’m delighted she is bringing her charm and warmth to More4 where I’m sure our audience will adore following her adventures on amazing farms around the country.”
Mark Robinson, Creative Director of Wise Owl Films, commented, “Alongside Amanda, we want to celebrate Britain’s farmers and their contribution to all of our lives by meeting farmers with inspirational stories to tell. Just like everyone else, they are affected by what’s going on in the world around them – whether it’s the real-world economics of something like Brexit, climate change, or challenges that have been more personal and even closer to home.”
