7.15pm - Sunday 11th September 2022 4,417

Adam Henson dives into one of our oldest and most beloved crops - the potato! Join Adam as he takes you into our Potato Patch, a public event where visitors can experience digging for their own supper, and explores the history of this versatile tuber and how it made its way onto British shores.

Discover the best practices for growing potatoes, including tips for ensuring a good yield such as well-ridged up soil. Learn about harvesting potatoes and why choosing the right variety is essential for a successful crop. Find out the difference between waxy and floury potatoes and which one is best for Adam Henson's favourite dish - Gloucestershire Old Spot bangers, mash, and onion gravy.

But it's not all sunshine and rainbows in the world of potato farming. Learn about the common problems that arise such as potato blight and potato eelworm, and how to avoid them.

Finally, just like our rare breed farm animals, Adam shares some insights on lesser-known heritage potato varieties that are worth exploring. Whether you're an experienced farmer or a curious home gardener, this episode is packed with valuable information on growing and harvesting potatoes.

Over the course of this series, Adam Henson will be inviting you to learn all about Cotswold Farm Park and our wider farm. Subscribe and click the bell to be notified when our next episode is uploaded!

Meet Adam, who is perhaps the best-known farmer in the UK, presenting his own section on BBC’s Countryfile to millions of viewers each Sunday evening.

Adam will be here regularly to share stories and help educate you on British farming, the Cotswold countryside and the importance of our ongoing conservation work.

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