A 28-year-old entomologist and widow who inherits a farm in Zebulon, uses her academic background to navigate her new life as a farmer, and explores her family heritage.

An almost 80-year-old retired agriculture teacher with a deep dedication to resurrecting the American chestnut, while managing a tense relationship with his independent neighbor.

A seventy-something modern and independent woman, caretaker of an organic apple orchard, who balances her strong opinions with acts of kindness, particularly towards her skeptical neighbor.

A 28-year-old Wyoming sheep rancher whose visit to Zebulon brings him into a complex relationship with Deanna, marked by his strong views on coyotes.

Lusa’s husband, whose death leads her to Zebulon where she must reconcile traditional and modern farming practices and navigate life without him.

The youngest sister of the Widener family, who becomes a source of wisdom and compassion for Lusa after both women face personal tragedies.

A 10-year-old tomboy and niece of Lusa, who initially shows hostility but forms a bond with Lusa through a shared love of nature and insects.