We Bought the Farm

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  • 2016
  • 2 Seasons

We Bought the Farm was an HGTV series that premiered in 2016. The show followed families as they left the city and purchased a farm in the countryside. Each episode featured a different family and their journey of transitioning from city living to rural life. In the first episode, viewers met the Peterson family, who moved from their small apartment in the city to a 40-acre farm in Ohio. The couple, who had two young children, were looking for a simpler lifestyle and a way to raise their children in a more natural environment.

The show documented the family's struggles and triumphs as they learned how to take care of the land and animals. They had to learn how to grow their own food, raise livestock, and manage a large piece of property.

Throughout the series, viewers followed the families as they faced the challenges of farm life, including weather-related issues, unexpected expenses, and the hard work that comes with running a farm. The show also highlighted the joys and rewards of farm life, such as fresh food, a close-knit community, and a healthier lifestyle.

One of the unique aspects of We Bought the Farm was that it showcased families with different backgrounds and experiences. Some families had previous farm experience, while others were city dwellers with no prior knowledge of agriculture. This allowed viewers to see a variety of perspectives and approaches to farm life.

Another interesting element of the show was the focus on the emotional impact of transitioning to farm life. The families had to adjust to a different pace of life, build new relationships with their neighbors, and learn how to live off the land. The show captured the highs and lows of that adjustment process, including the moments of doubt and uncertainty that come with any major life change.

Overall, We Bought the Farm was a heartwarming series that celebrated the beauty and challenges of farm life. It gave viewers an inside look at what it takes to run a successful farm and highlighted the importance of community, family, and hard work. The show emphasized the importance of preserving our natural resources and living a sustainable lifestyle, making it an inspiration for anyone interested in living off the land.

We Bought the Farm is a series that ran for 2 seasons (18 episodes) between April 8, 2016 and on HGTV

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Seasons
A Maryland Country Estate for Eight
8. A Maryland Country Estate for Eight
June 17, 2017
Maryland foster parents John and Cynthia are hoping to continue to grow their family. But in addition to their six kids, they have goats and chickens that share their suburban yard. In order to make their dream come true, they're setting their sights on a farm with a home large enough for eight.
First Time Farmers in North Carolina
7. First Time Farmers in North Carolina
June 17, 2017
Despite having no farming experience, this Asheville, NC, family of four is moving to the farm. They're ready to crack open the books to learn about crops, cows and planting to make their dream come true. They've certainly got the motivation, but these rookie farmers are in need of some serious help.
Virginia Cattle Call
6. Virginia Cattle Call
June 10, 2017
High-school sweethearts want to settle down on a farm with ample room to start a cattle business and to keep horses. They're each looking forward to living life on the farm, but can't agree on what type of farm house to buy. He wants an older traditional build, but she's on the lookout for something newer.
The Pennsylvania Purchase
5. The Pennsylvania Purchase
June 10, 2017
Jenny and Nate are tired of living a chaotic suburban life in Pennsylvania and want to move with their three children to some rolling farmland outside of the city. Having grown up on a farm, Nate is ready to return to his roots and Jenny is on board so long as she can home school their children and hang on to her creature comforts.
Live Free or Buy in New England
4. Live Free or Buy in New England
June 3, 2017
A couple is prepared to leave their corporate life in suburban Manchester, N.H. for farm-life in the Merrimack Valley area.
Leaving Greenville for Greener Pastures
3. Leaving Greenville for Greener Pastures
June 3, 2017
Two workaholics are tired of living in their small Greenville, S.C. bungalow, and are ready to look for a spacious and relaxing farmhouse away from the city.
Everything's Coming Up Lavender
2. Everything's Coming Up Lavender
May 27, 2017
A couple and their two kids leave Harrisburg, Penn., to live a more fulfilling life on a farm and begin a lavender-growing business.
Barn or Bust!
1. Barn or Bust!
May 27, 2017
A Boston couple wants to move their family out of the suburbs and connect with nature in a farmhouse on sizable acreage.
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We Bought the Farm is available for streaming on the HGTV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch We Bought the Farm on demand at HGTV.
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