Fletcher’s Family Farm, ITV1, Sunday, January 26

Fletcher's Family Farm Season 2

Ah, the simple life. Except, of course, when it involves wrangling livestock and fretting over profit margins. This week on Fletcher’s Family Farm, the idyllic veneer gets a bit smudged with the realities of running a business, even one as charmingly rustic as this. Marnie’s on the hunt for a Jacob ram, a breed prized for its distinctive spotted fleece. But is it the right fit for the Fletcher flock? The question hangs heavier than a prize-winning marrow.

Meanwhile, Kelvin, ever the pragmatist, continues his mission to boost the farm’s income. Let’s just say his focus has shifted from Instagram-worthy sunsets to livestock with a higher return on investment. Will his pragmatism clash with Marnie’s more, shall we say, aesthetically-driven approach? The potential for marital discord over ovine acquisitions is palpable.

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But fear not, gentle viewers, it’s not all spreadsheets and sheep selection. The Fletchers also manage to squeeze in some good old-fashioned family time with a camping trip in their own woodland. Because even hardened farmers need a break from the relentless cycle of muck spreading and market fluctuations. Expect heartwarming scenes of marshmallow roasting and fireside chats, a welcome respite from the usual agricultural anxieties.

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This episode nicely captures the ongoing balancing act the Fletchers face: expanding their farm while preserving their family unit. It’s a relatable struggle for anyone trying to juggle work and life, even if their “office” happens to be populated by four-legged ruminants. Will Marnie secure her coveted ram? Will Kelvin’s financial plans bear fruit? And, most importantly, will anyone get trampled by a runaway piglet during the camping trip? Tune in to find out.

Fletcher’s Family Farm airs Sunday, January 26 at 11:30 am on ITV1.

Isabelle aka Izzy Jacobs is the features editor at memorabletv.com. Isabelle is particularly drawn to crime dramas, but she also has a not so secret love for all things reality TV. In addition to her work at memorabletv.com, Isabelle is also an avid traveler and a devoted foodie.