23/12/2011
How well do reindeer cope with the noise and hubbub of Christmas attractions, far from their natural home? And the farmers giving food away at Christmas. Presented by Caz Graham.
Reindeer have become a 'must have' addition to Christmas attractions, and Caz Graham visits the Barrow in Furness Christmas parade to find out how reindeer owners make sure the animals welfare isn't compromised by the noise and hubbub, far from their natural home. Anna Hill meets the farmers giving their produce away for free at Christmas, at the Buckingham Emergency Food Appeal. And, Colin Spencer the author of 'From Microliths to Microwaves: The Evolution of British Agriculture, Food, and Cooking' on Christmas dinner from peacock, through goose, to turkey.
Presenter: Caz Graham
Producer: Sarah Swadling.
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