Dirty Jobs Season 4 Episode 5
Dirty Jobs
Season 4

Ep 5. Cranberry Farmer

  • TV-14
  • February 5, 2008
  • 41 min

In season 4 episode 5 of Dirty Jobs, host Mike Rowe travels to Massachusetts to work on a cranberry farm. The episode, titled "Cranberry Farmer," follows Rowe as he learns about the harvesting process for these tart, red berries.

Rowe begins his day at the bog, where farmers flood the area with water in order to loosen the cranberries from the vines. This process allows the berries to float to the surface, where they can be more easily collected. However, this work isn't as straightforward as it may seem. Rowe discovers that farmers must carefully monitor the water level in order to avoid damaging the vines and risking a smaller harvest in the following year.

Once the berries have risen to the surface, farmers use a variety of tools to collect them. Rowe is introduced to a few of these techniques, including using "eggbeaters" to corral the berries into one area before scooping them out with a special tool. He also tries his hand at using a machine that looks like a large vacuum cleaner, which sucks the berries up from the surface of the water and deposits them into a truck for transport.

Of course, it wouldn't be Dirty Jobs without a bit of physical labor and messiness. Rowe dons a pair of waders and jumps into the bog, using a special tool to dislodge berries that have become stuck in the mud. He also helps to clear debris from the water, including twigs and leaves that can clog the machines and make the harvest more difficult.

As the day wears on, Rowe learns more about the history of cranberry farming in the area. He meets with farmers who have been working the land for generations, and discovers the close-knit community that surrounds this particular industry.

All in all, Dirty Jobs season 4 episode 5 offers a fascinating glimpse into the hard work and dedication that goes into harvesting cranberries. Rowe's signature humor and charm make for an entertaining and engaging episode, while the beautiful Massachusetts countryside provides a stunning backdrop. Whether you're a fan of the show or just curious about the world of cranberry farming, this episode is sure to be a hit.

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Dirty Jobs, Season 4 Episode 5, is available to watch and stream on Discovery Channel. You can also buy, rent Dirty Jobs on demand at Discovery+, Amazon Prime, Discovery, Apple TV online.
  • First Aired
    February 5, 2008
  • Content Rating
    TV-14
  • Runtime
    41 min
  • Language
    English