Saol na Feirme

The documentary follows eleven very different Irish farming families, offering a year‑long glimpse into their everyday work and routines. All footage is filmed in the Irish language, presenting their stories entirely in Irish. The filming spans a full calendar year, documenting changes over time.

This production is catalogued as a generic programme and is classified under the episode genre. It takes the form of a documentary series and is delivered entirely in the Irish language, providing viewers with a native‑language perspective on rural Ireland. Its classification as a generic programme places it within a broad range of documentary offerings, while its episode format means each installment contributes to the overarching yearly narrative. Over the span of a full year, the series tracks eleven farming families, each markedly distinct from the others. The description of the families as very different underscores the breadth of experiences represented within Irish agriculture. By remaining with each household throughout the twelve months, the programme records how their lives evolve as the calendar turns. The year‑long format allows the documentary to move through the seasons, from winter through spring and summer to autumn, showing how the passage of time influences agricultural practices and family routines. Throughout, the emphasis stays on the families themselves, their surroundings and the rhythms that define their agricultural existence. Presented entirely in Irish, the series provides a continuous portrait of contemporary rural Ireland, documenting the varied ways these households engage with the land across a complete agricultural cycle. All content is delivered in the Irish language, reinforcing the cultural context and highlighting the language’s relevance within these farming communities.