Overview
- At their Cheshire farm, a mill assessment found the inaugural oat crop did not meet porridge standards for human consumption.
- The mill’s managing director said the grains failed to absorb enough moisture during the long, hot, dry summer to swell into meaty groats.
- The sample retains nutritional value for non-porridge uses, according to the mill’s verdict.
- Kelvin Fletcher said he has no regrets and remains optimistic about continuing the family’s arable farming efforts.
- The new ITV episode also features plans to double the flock and herd, the hiring of local farmhand Josh, a vet-confirmed pregnancy for pet dog Ginger, and approval to rebuild the farmhouse.