Former Emmerdale star Kelvin Fletcher has made a difficult decision on his farm, preparing his beloved cow Sonic for slaughter. In the latest episode of 'Fletcher's Family Farm', airing on Sunday, the actor revealed that Sonic, their first calf, will soon enter the food chain.
Fletcher explained that while they have already eaten lamb and pork from their farm, this will be their first experience with Fletcher's beef. Patting Sonic on the head, he admitted uncertainty about his feelings, noting that the process is a familiar one for farmers but new to them in this context.
The castrated male steer, now nearly two years old, was always destined for this fate. Fletcher acknowledged the emotional difficulty, stating, 'Even though it's part of life on the farm, it doesn't make the moment any easier.' He added that his children understand the cycle of farm life in an uncomplicated way.
Despite the sadness, Fletcher hopes Sonic will feature on their Christmas menu, marking a milestone for the family. He described Sonic as a 'cracking animal' and a show winner, making the decision particularly poignant. 'He's had a great life running around and being happy,' Fletcher said.
