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The Farmers' Country Showdown: Series 7: Lavenham Farmers' Market

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Lavenham Farmers' Market

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Farmers hope for a successful day’s takings at Lavenham Farmers’ Market in Suffolk.

Veg grower Greg and cattle-farming couple Sophie and Tim head to Lavenham Farmers’ Market, hoping that the Suffolk sunshine will bring out customers to buy their fresh produce.

New farmer Greg has spent the past two years transforming a derelict council plot into a fruit and veg haven. After missing the countryside while working as a yacht crew member, and then overcoming heart surgery, Greg’s mission now is to provide fresh quality food to his community. As a new business making little profit, selling at award-winning Lavenham Farmers’ Market is a vital source of income, so creating an eye-catching stall to show off his colourful harvest is key. 

Nearby, hard-working tenant farmers Sophie and Tim have brought a full range of dairy and meat, from milkshakes to burgers, to bag as many sales as they can on a hot summer’s day. With young son Henry on the till, Sophie is freed up to go on the charm offensive with potential customers.

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