BEHIND THE BARN DOOR EPISODE 14 : Behind The Scenes Of A Harvest
27th Jan 2026
EPISODE 14 – HOT WEATHER, GRASS & HARVEST
This week, Farmer Colin takes us behind the scenes to show how the recent hot weather has been affecting our grass and harvest here at Cantref Adventure Farm.
WELCOME TO THE SERIES
Welcome back to Behind the Barn Door — your behind-the-scenes look at life on our Welsh family farm. In Episode 14, Farmer Colin explains how periods of hot, dry weather impact our grass growth and harvest plans. From managing fields to planning ahead for animal feed, this episode gives a real insight into how farming changes with the weather.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- How hot weather affects grass growth on the farm
- What it means for harvesting and animal feed
- How we adapt our farming plans during dry spells
- Why monitoring weather is so important in farming
IN OUR OWN WORDS
“Hot weather can slow grass growth right down — it changes how and when we harvest.”
“Farming is all about adapting to the conditions — every season brings different challenges.”
SEE YOU ON THE FARM!
Come and see our fields, animals and daily farm life for yourself by booking a visit to Cantref Adventure Farm.
