Springtime on the Farm takes a heartwarming trip to Northern Ireland this Thursday, visiting a 300-year-old working farm steeped in history and tradition. The episode takes a look at the daily rhythms of rural life, from the challenges of lambing season to the quiet moments of connection with the land.
Helen Skelton is on hand to witness a particularly dramatic donkey birth at Cannon Hall Farm, while JB Gill meets a farmer dedicated to amplifying unheard voices in agriculture. Back on the farm, Rob and Dave Nicholson manage the influx of newborn animals, dealing with the joys and anxieties that come with every new arrival.
Expect cute scenes of animal antics, alongside insightful conversations about the future of farming. Tune in to Channel 5 at 8:00 PM on Thursday, April 17th.