In a small Texas town during the Great Depression, Edna Spalding suddenly finds herself widowed and responsible for her two young children after her husband, the town sheriff, is inadvertently killed. With no means to support her family, Edna risks everything by deciding to farm cotton on her land. Despite having little knowledge and experience, she is determined to succeed in honor of her late husband. She forms an unlikely team with Mr. Will, a blind boarder, and Moze, an African American drifter with a troubled past. Together, they strive to keep the farm afloat despite numerous challenges from both the natural and social environment.

As Edna learns the ropes of farming, the community's prejudices and the economic hardships of the era put their efforts to the test. With resolute spirit and growing solidarity among her motley crew, Edna faces natural disasters, financial woes, and societal obstacles. Through ingenuity and the sheer tenacity of her spirit combined with the unwavering support from her companions, she pushes forward to prove that she can provide for her family against overwhelming odds.