Ep 3. Wild Harvest

In Midsomer Murders season 16 episode 3, entitled Wild Harvest, DCI John Barnaby and his team are called to investigate the murder of a farmer, Martin Strickland, who has been found dead in a field. Strickland was leading a campaign against a proposed supermarket development on land that he owned, and the detectives initially suspect that his death might be linked to this dispute.

As they begin to interview those closest to Strickland, they discover that he was a controversial figure in the local community, with both allies and enemies. His campaign had divided local opinion, and both the supermarket developers and a group of environmental activists are regarded as potential suspects.

Barnaby and his partner DS Charlie Nelson continue their investigation, and as they delve deeper into Strickland's past, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that leads them to re-examine their initial assumptions. The detectives learn that the Strickland family was not as harmonious as it appeared, and that long-held grudges and resentments may have played a role in his death.

As the detectives get closer to the truth, they find themselves in danger. They must confront an individual who is willing to go to extreme lengths to protect their own interests and avoid justice.

Wild Harvest is a classic Midsomer Murders episode, filled with intrigue, deception, and unexpected twists and turns. The picturesque rural setting may seem idyllic, but the investigation reveals a darker side to the community. The detectives must use all of their skills and expertise to uncover the truth and bring the killer to justice in this gripping and suspenseful mystery.