The Farmer's Wife is a 1998 documentary film by David Sutherland that follows Juanita and Darrel Buschkoetter, a young couple living on and maintaining a farm in rural Nebraska, who face difficulties holding on to their finances, their livelihood, and their marriage.
Part 1 of The Farmer's Wife recounts the moving story of Juanita and Darrel Buschkoetter's romantic love affair and begins the journey to the core of their emotional struggles, which have pushed their marriage to the brink.
The film follows Juanita, Darrel, and their three daughters through days reminiscent of a forgotten, simpler time in America]] Difficulties arise, however: In September, an early frost destroys 30% of their crop.
Darrel agrees to be the at-home parent, farming and caring for his three daughters while Juanita, college degree in hand, works at a respected crop insurance company in order to help other struggling farmers.
In the end, through faith, hope, and hard work, the Buschkoetters save their farm and rediscover the love that holds them together.