The Farmer Wants a Wife (Australian TV series)

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The Farmer Wants a Wife
The Farmer Wants A Wife 2016 Logo.png
2016 logo
GenreReality
Presented by
Opening theme
Country of originAustralia
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons13
No. of episodes104
Production
Producers
Running time60 minutes (including commercials)
Original release
Network Nine Network
Release24 October 2007 (2007-10-24) 
26 September 2012 (2012-09-26)
Release1 February (2016-02-01) 
14 March 2016 (2016-03-14)
Network Seven Network
Release26 July 2020 (2020-07-26) 
present

The Farmer Wants a Wife is an Australian reality television series based on the British reality show Farmer Wants a Wife . The first eight seasons, hosted by Natalie Gruzlewski, aired on the Nine Network between 2007 and 2012, with a ninth season, hosted by Sam McClymont broadcast in 2016. A tenth season aired on the Seven Network when the series was revived for the second time in 2020.

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Production

Nine Network iteration (2007–12, 2016)

The series was commissioned by Nine Network and the first season premiered in 24 October 2007. Nine aired eight seasons from 2007 to 2012 before it was eventually cancelled. In May 2015, Nine Network announced the series would be revived for a ninth season. [1] Hosted by Sam McClymont, it premiered on 1 February 2016. [2] Nine chose not to further renew the show. [3]

Seven Network iteration (2020–present)

In October 2019, it was reported that the Seven Network had commissioned a new season of the show, [4] on 23 October 2019, the series was officially confirmed for revival by Seven at their 2020 Upfronts. [5] [6] In December 2019, Natalie Gruzlewski announced she would be returning as series host. [7] The tenth season began airing on 26 July 2020. [8] The title dropped the leading 'The', giving the show the same name as the original British version.

In August 2020, the series was renewed by Seven Network for a second season for 2021, making it the 11th season all up, Gruzlewski returned as host. [9] The eleventh season began airing on 4 July 2021. [10] In July 2021, the series was renewed by Seven Network for a third season for 2022 (being that of the twelfth season overall) which began airing on 4 September 2022, with Gruzlewski as host. [11] In October 2022, the series was renewed for a fourth season (13th overall) by Seven. [12] In February 2023, it was announced Sam Armytage will co-host the series alongside Gruzlewski. [13] In October 2023, the series was renewed for a fifth season (14th overall) by Seven. [14] In February 2024, the first promo was aired which also revealed the farmers. [15] The 2024 season will air on 14 April 2024. [16]

The fourteenth series was Armytage’s last series as host as she signed with the Nine Network in October 2024. [17] [18] Gruzlewski will return as host in 2025. [19]

Series overview

Series overview for Farmer Wants A Wife
SeriesEpisodesOriginally airedAverage ViewersAverage Rank
First airedLast airedNetwork
1 624 October 2007 (2007-10-24)28 November 2007 (2007-11-28) Nine Network 1,250,0006
2 630 June 2008 (2008-06-30)4 August 2008 (2008-08-04)1,381,0008
3 811 February 2009 (2009-02-11)1 April 2009 (2009-04-01)1,207,0006
4 83 August 2009 (2009-08-03)14 September 2009 (2009-09-14)1,191,0008
5 828 July 2010 (2010-07-28)15 September 2010 (2010-09-15)1,247,0008
6 89 February 2011 (2011-02-09)30 March 2011 (2011-03-30)914,0009
7 822 August 2011 (2011-08-22)3 October 2011 (2011-10-03)975,0007
8 915 August 2012 (2012-08-15)26 September 2012 (2012-09-26)895,00010
9 81 February 2016 (2016-02-01)14 March 2016 (2016-03-14)662,00015
10 1026 July 2020 (2020-07-26)24 August 2020 (2020-08-24) Seven Network 895,0005
11 134 July 2021 (2021-07-04)21 July 2021 (2021-07-21)787,0007
12 134 September 2022 (2022-09-04)4 October 2022 (2022-10-04)574,0008
13 1510 April 2023 (2023-04-10)22 May 2023 (2023-05-22)633,0006
14 1914 April 2024 (2024-04-14)26 May 2024 (2024-05-26)TBATBA

Farmers

Number of farmers home states
StatesSeriesTotal
(by state)
1234567891011121314
New South Wales 44321212333230
Queensland 3121212
South Australia 1127
Victoria 212121221119
Western Australia 131218
Tasmania 1113
Total6667666665555579

Seasons

Season 1 (2007)

FarmerAgeLocationQuote
Drew32 Mudgee, NSW "I have a cheeky nature... the lovable brat. There is never a dull moment in my life."
Brad30 Swan Hill, Vic "Really I'd like to settle down with a woman who's not so ready and wants to share her journey with me."
Gus32 Warren, NSW "I come from a close and happy family and firmly believe this has made me the happy confident person I am today."
Jon28 Deniliquin, NSW "I hope to find a person with an easy going nature to share the good and bad times together."
Craig27 West Wyalong, NSW "I am looking for a girl that would be with me for the right reason; start a new life and then see where we would end up."
Chris34 Tamworth, NSW "You get a long way in life with a smile and a friend, someone who can laugh at themselves."

Season 2 (2008)

FarmerAgeLocationQuote
Rob42 Mount Gambier, SA "It hasn't all been easy, but the most difficult part is having no partner to share it all with."
James36 Deniliquin, NSW "Once I enter a relationship with someone I am intensely loyal."
Mick24 Goulburn, NSW "My female friends describe me as the perfect catch for any lady."
Howie29 Weabonga, NSW "I have a fair amount of determination. I need someone with equal or more amounts to keep me in line and to handle country life."
Ben30 Jamberoo, NSW "I'm now ready for someone to settle with and share what I have with me."
Nick27 Wahgunyah, Vic "I pride myself as a bit of a gentlemen – that is the way I have been brought up."

Season 3 (2009)

FarmerAgeLocationQuote
Jenny Blake32 Tumbarumba, NSW "I'm into serious relationships, not casual flings or time wasters."
Andrew Hall25 Manoora, SA "I like to brighten someone's day when they are down."
Paul McDonald36 Tarcutta, NSW "I am not afraid to show affection in public."
Ralph Lyster29 Mandurah, WA "The Playboy farmer"
Tim Farr26 Mulwala, NSW "The good looking one"
Damian Atkins29 Caveside, Tas "the Tasmanian"

Season 4 (2009)

FarmerAgeLocationNote
Brad Crane29 Lithgow, NSW
Scott Warby28 Mungindi, NSW
Russell Macgugan27 Grampians, Vic
Nate Cahill37 Goovigenm Qld
Phil Newton42 Mansfield, Vic
Gavin Phalke49 Norwell, Qld Gavin & Steven are Father & Son
Steven Phalke27

Season 5 (2010)

FarmerAgeLocation
Becky Cassanova34 SA
Devon Mill25 Hopetoun, Vic
Jamie Morgan40 Monkey Mia, WA
Charlie Norton25 Walcha, NSW
Nathan McClymont26 Wiluna, WA
Shaun Fewson31 Nyabing, WA

Season 6 (2011)

FarmerAgeLocation
Nick Carey26 Gordon, Vic
Melia Brent-White30 Margaret River, WA
Charles Roche32 Barraba, NSW
Ben Wandel33 Clare, SA
Kieran Davidson24 Young, NSW
Mark MacLaughlin27 Mareeba, Qld

Season 7 (2011)

FarmerAgeLocation
Trent Walker24 Lameroo, SA
Will PoppCollar25 Warialda, NSW
Tim Eichler29 Murrayville, Vic
Frank Atherton32 Hughenden, Qld
Kevin Martin33 Maryborough, Vic
John McLonely58 Merriwa, NSW

Season 8 (2012)

FarmerAgeLocation
Nikko26 Richmond, Qld
Matt26 Waubra, Vic
Todd28 Bruny Island, Tas
Tom31 Beeac, Vic
Sam33 Kununurra, WA
Paul46 Gnaraloo, WA

Season 9 (2016)

FarmerAgeLocation
AdamDairy25 Drouin South, Vic
MattCattle25 Marble Bar, WA
LachlanBeef Cattle & Hay36 Camden, NSW
JulzMixed & Livestock36 Tumby Bay, SA
JeddOysters37 Coffin Bay, SA
LanceCattle52 Rockhampton, Qld

Season 10 (2020)

Original runFarmerProfileWinnerRunner(s)-upStill TogetherNotes
26 July –
24 August 2020
Alex TaylorAge: 29
Location: Cunnamulla, QLD
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Jess WolfeHenrietta MooreNoFarmer Alex initially chose to enter into a relationship with Jess, however he broke up with her after a few weeks. Taylor proceeded to rekindle his relationship with Henrietta. [20] The pair confirmed their separation in October 2020. [21]
Harry RobertsonAge: 29
Location: Goolgowi, NSW
Profession: Grape, Cotton & Sheep Farmer
Stacey CainMadison MacKenzieNoFarmer Harry chose to enter into a relationship with Stacey. During the reunion episode, the couple shared the news of their break-up. [22]
Neil SeamanAge: 43
Location: Crookwell, NSW
Profession: Merino Sheep Farmer
Justine AdamsKarissa GodfreyNoFarmer Neil chose to enter into a relationship with Justine. The couple split in November 2020. [23]
Nick OnassisAge: 44
Location: Deviot, TAS
Profession: Vineyard Worker
Liz JelléyNaomi CarterNoFarmer Nick chose to enter into a relationship with Liz. During the reunion episode, the couple announced they had split. [24]
Sam ReitanoAge: 28
Location: Innisfail, QLD
Profession: Tropical Fruit Farmer
Farmer Sam quit the show and ended his journey to find love early after the death of his grandfather. [25]

Season 11 (2021)

Original runFarmerProfileWinnerRunner(s)-upStill TogetherNotes
4 July –
21 July 2021
Andrew GuthrieAge: 30
Location: Delegate, NSW
Profession: Sheep Farmer
Jessica NathanAshleigh AdamsYesFarmer Andrew chose to enter into a relationship with Jess. [26] The couple announced their engagement on 7 August 2023. [27]
Matt TrewinAge: 26
Location: Orbost, VIC
Profession: Beef & Fodder Farmer
Tara HurlAlex UffindellNoFarmer Matt chose to enter into a relationship with Tara. During the reunion episode, the couple announced they had gone their separate ways. [28]
Rob CampbellAge: 40
Location: Snowy Mountains, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Kate
Vici
Farmer Rob struggled to find a romantic connection with Vici or Kate and ultimately decided to send them both home, leaving him single. [29]
Sam MessinaAge: 25
Location: Orange, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Crop Farmer
Allanah Taranto
Mackenzie Phillips
Farmer Sam decided to end his relationships with Allanah and Mackenzie during the Black Tie Dinner, ending his journey to find love. [30]
Will DwyerAge: 39
Location: Longwood, VIC
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
JaimeeKristinaNoFarmer Will chose to enter into a relationship with Jaimee. The pair quietly split after it was revealed Dwyer was set to father a child with contestant Hayley Love. [31] Dwyer has chosen to not have a relationship with his daughter. [32]

Season 12 (2022)

Original runFarmerProfileWinnerRunner(s)-upStill TogetherNotes
4 September –
4 October 2022
Ben ScowenAge: 27
Location: Wingham, NSW
Profession: Dairy Farmer
Aleisha MackailKiani OlsenNoFarmer Ben chose to enter into a relationship with Leish. On 6 October 2022, the couple announced they had split. [33]
Benjamin JacksonAge: 33
Location: Guyra, NSW
Profession: Sheep Farmer
Farmer Benjamin temporarily left the show after the death of his grandmother. While away, he was diagnosed with an undisclosed illness that forced him to exit the show for good. [34] After filming wrapped, Jackson reconnected with Hannah Gracey, and the couple are still together as of November2024. [35]
Harry LloydAge: 24
Location: Kyabram, VIC
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Tess BrookmanBronte DunneYesFarmer Harry chose to enter into a relationship with Tess. They are still together as of November2024. [36]
Paige MarshAge: 28
Location: Cassilis, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Ayden Holmes
Cody Luff
In the penultimate episode, Farmer Paige decided to end her relationships with both Ayden and Cody, ending her journey to find love. [37]
Will SimpsonAge: 27
Location: Berriwillock, VIC
Profession: Crop & Sheep Farmer
Jessica CovaMadi SimpsonYesFarmer Will chose to enter into a relationship with Jess. They are still together as of November2024. [38]

Season 13 (2023)

Original runFarmerProfileWinnerRunner(s)-upStill TogetherNotes
8 April –
22 May 2023
Andrew ColemanAge: 41
Location: Narromine, NSW
Profession: Crop & Sheep Farmer
Claire SaundersJessie Noble
Sarah Roach
YesIn episode 9, Farmer Andrew decided to send Jessie and Sarah home after developing strong feelings for Claire. [39] They began a relationship, but confirmed on 21 October 2024 that they were no longer together. [40]
Brad JonesAge: 33
Location: Cootamundra, NSW
Profession: Crop & Cattle Farmer
Clare HockingsMorgan GibbonsYesFarmer Brad chose to enter into a relationship with Clare. [41] In December 2023, they became parents to a baby boy. [42] They are still together as of November2024.
Brenton KuchAge: 26
Location: Darriman, VIC
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Sophie HolcombeRachel BoothmanNoFarmer Brenton chose to enter into a relationship with Sophie. [43] On 1 August 2023, Holcombe announced the couple had gone their separate ways. [44]
David McMahonAge: 29
Location: Pozieres, QLD
Profession: Apple Farmer
Emily GordonLorelei BatesYesFarmer David chose to enter into a relationship with Emily. [45] On 2 October 2023, the couple announced their engagement. [46]
Matt YoungAge: 23
Location: Bookham, NSW
Profession: Sheep & Cattle Farmer
Olivia BenicAnnabelle GreenawayYesFarmer Matt chose to enter into a relationship with Olivia. In August 2024, they became the parents of a baby boy. [47] They are still together as of November2024. [48]

Season 14 (2024)

Original runFarmerProfileWinnerRunner(s)-upStill TogetherNotes
14 April – 26 May 2024
Bert HarrisAge: 30
Location: Wamuran, QLD
Profession: Pineapple & Dragon Fruit farmer
Brooke McCallum
Karli Hinkley
Caitlin Crank
In Episode 15, Farmer Bert decided to end his relationships with Brooke, Karli, and Caitlin, ending his journey to find love. [49]
Joe BobbinAge: 33
Location: Bombala, NSW
Profession: Cattle & Sheep farmer
Sarah CareyKeely McCarthyYesFarmer Joe chose to enter into a relationship with Sarah. They are still together as of November2024. [50]
Dustin ManwaringAge: 26
Location: Condobolin, NSW
Profession: Third generation farmer
Sophie TrethowanAnna WilsonYesFarmer Dustin chose to enter into a relationship with Sophie. They are still together as of November2024. [51]
Dean BlanckenseeAge: 25
Location: Kandanga, QLD
Profession: Cattle & Watermelon farmer
Teegan BarrBella Southwell
Tiffany Richardson
NoFarmer Dean chose to enter into a relationship with Teegan. During the reunion episode, the couple announced they had gone their separate ways. [52]
Tom BoyerAge: 22
Location: Tabilk, VIC
Profession: Cattle & Crop farmer
Sarah CranleyKrissy SmithNoFarmer Tom chose to enter into a relationship with Sarah. On 27 May 2024, Cranley announced they had gone their separate ways. [53]
Todd MelbourneAge: 33
Location: Baan Baa, NSW
Profession: Cattle farmer
Daisy LambGrace JayYesFarmer Todd chose to enter into a relationship with Daisy. They are still together as of November2024. [54]

Series ratings

Season 1 (2007)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 124 October 20071,136,00012 [55]
2Episode 231 October 20071,121,00011 [56]
3Episode 37 November 20071,302,0006 [57]
4Episode 414 November 20071,350,0002 [58]
5Episode 521 November 20071,287,0005 [59]
6Finale28 November 20071,349,0002 [60]

Season 2 (2008)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 130 June 20081,267,00011 [61]
2Episode 27 July 20081,270,0009 [62]
3Episode 314 July 20081,373,0007 [63]
4Episode 421 July 20081,184,00014 [64]
5Episode 528 July 20081,492,0005 [65]
6Episode 64 August 20081,700,0002 [66]

Season 3 (2009)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 111 February 20091,074,00010 [67]
2Episode 218 February 20091,053,0009 [68]
3Episode 325 February 20091,184,0005 [69]
4Episode 44 March 20091,251,0005 [70]
5Episode 511 March 20091,180,0005 [71]
6Episode 618 March 20091,198,0005 [72]
7Episode 725 March 20091,224,0006 [73]
8Episode 81 April 20091,494,0002 [74]

Season 4 (2009)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 13 August 20091,001,00011 [75]
2Episode 210 August 20091,125,00012 [76]
3Episode 317 August 20091,180,0009 [77]
4Episode 424 August 20091,169,0008 [78]
5Episode 531 August 20091,114,00010 [79]
6Episode 67 September 20091,257,0007 [80]
7Episode 714 September 20091,263,0006 [81]
8Finale14 September 20091,422,0003 [81]

Season 5 (2010)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 128 July 20101,192,0009 [82]
2Episode 24 August 20101,343,0006 [83]
3Episode 311 August 20101,218,0008 [84]
4Episode 418 August 20101,262,0008 [85]
5Episode 525 August 20101,020,00016 [86]
6Episode 61 September 20101,273,0007 [87]
7Episode 78 September 20101,221,0007 [88]
8Episode 815 September 20101,450,0001 [89]

Season 6 (2011)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 19 February 2011891,0009 [90]
2Episode 216 February 2011887,00011 [91]
3Episode 323 February 2011786,00011 [92]
4Episode 42 March 2011925,0008 [93]
5Episode 59 March 2011950,0008 [94]
6Episode 616 March 2011918,00011 [95]
7Episode 723 March 2011919,00010 [96]
8Episode 830 March 20111,034,0006 [97]

Season 7 (2011)

No.TitleAir dateTimeslotOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 122 August 2011Monday 7:00pm1,169,0003 [98]
2Episode 224 August 2011Wednesday 7:00pm965,0009 [98]
3Episode 329 August 2011Monday 7:00pm1,024,0007 [99]
4Episode 45 September 2011Monday 7:00pm962,0007 [100]
5Episode 512 September 2011Monday 7:00pm969,0009 [101]
6Episode 619 September 2011Monday 7:00pm792,0009 [102]
7Episode 726 September 2011Monday 7:00pm864,0009 [103]
8Episode 83 October 2011Monday 7:00pm1,058,0005 [104]

Season 8 (2012)

No.TitleAir dateOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 115 August 2012909,00011 [105]
2Episode 216 August 2012938,0007 [106]
3Episode 322 August 2012936,00010 [107]
4Episode 423 August 2012970,0009 [108]
5Episode 529 August 2012894,00010 [109]
6Episode 65 September 2012784,00011 [110]
7Episode 712 September 2012775,00012 [111]
8Episode 819 September 2012867,00011 [112]
9Episode 926 September 2012987,0008 [113]

Season 9 (2016)

No.TitleAir dateTimeslotOvernight ratingsConsolidated ratingsTotal
viewers
Ref(s)
ViewersRankViewersRank
1Episode 11 February 2016Monday 8:50pm768,0001593,00013858,000 [114] [115]
2Episode 28 February 2016Monday 8:50pm661,0001396,00013758,000 [116]
3Episode 38 February 2016Monday 9:50pm577,00018104,00014681,000 [116]
4Episode 415 February 2016Monday 8:50pm557,00017103,00015660,000 [117] [118]
5Episode 522 February 2016Monday 8:45pm491,00069,00018560,000 [119]
6Episode 629 February 2016Monday 8:50pm494,00076,00019570,000 [120]
7Episode 77 March 2016Monday 8:55pm488,000488,000 [121]
8Finale14 March 2016Monday 9:00pm667,00057,00014667,000 [122]

Season 10 (2020)

No.TitleAir dateTimeslotOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 126 July 2020Sunday 7:00pm985,0004 [123]
2Episode 227 July 2020Monday 7:30pm871,0006 [124]
3Episode 32 August 2020Sunday 7:00pm857,0005 [125]
4Episode 43 August 2020Monday 7:30pm867,0006 [126]
5Episode 59 August 2020Sunday 7:00pm900,0004 [127]
6Episode 610 August 2020Monday 7:30pm786,00010 [128]
7Episode 716 August 2020Sunday 7:00pm930,0004 [129]
8Episode 817 August 2020Monday 7:30pm811,0007 [130]
9Episode 923 August 2020Sunday 7:00pm955,0004 [131]
10Finale & Reunion24 August 2020Monday 7:30pm1,010,0005 [132]

Season 11 (2021)

No.TitleAir dateTimeslotOvernight ratingsRef(s)
ViewersRank
1Episode 14 July 2021Sunday 7:00pm881,0003 [133]
2Episode 25 July 2021Monday 7:30pm766,0008 [134]
3Episode 36 July 2021Tuesday 7:30pm757,0008 [135]
4Episode 47 July 2021Wednesday 7:30pm760,0006 [136]
5Episode 511 July 2021Sunday 7:00pm725,0005 [137]
6Episode 612 July 2021Monday 7:30pm725,0009 [138]
7Episode 713 July 2021Tuesday 7:30pm682,00010 [139]
8Episode 814 July 2021Wednesday 7:30pm694,0008 [140]
9Episode 918 July 2021Sunday 7:00pm791,0006 [141]
10Episode 1019 July 2021Monday 7:30pm792,0009 [142]
11Episode 1120 July 2021Tuesday 7:30pm837,0005 [143]
12Finale21 July 2021Wednesday 7:30pm922,0005 [144]
13Reunion11 August 2021Wednesday 7:30pm900,0005 [145]

Season 12 (2022)

Season 13 (2023)

Season 14 (2024)

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