Ep 9. The Agricultural Student

Oliver Wendell Douglas is a successful lawyer in New York City, but he dreams of a simpler life as a farmer. He convinces his glamorous wife, Lisa, to join him in this pursuit and they buy a run-down farm in the fictional town of Hooterville.

In season 4 episode 9 of Green Acres, titled "The Agricultural Student," the couple is excited to welcome a young agricultural student named Andy Bradley to their farm. Andy is eager to learn everything he can about farming and has been assigned by his college to spend a semester at a real farm to gain hands-on experience.

Oliver and Lisa are thrilled to have a new member of their "family" on the farm and immediately put Andy to work. They begin by showing him the basics, such as how to milk cows and make butter. But Andy's enthusiasm quickly proves to be more than Oliver and Lisa bargained for as he starts suggesting new ways to run the farm.

Andy's first suggestion is to start using fertilizers to increase the yield of their crops. Oliver initially balks at the suggestion, insisting that their farm is "organic." But Andy's arguments make sense and eventually, Oliver agrees to give it a try. Andy's next suggestion is to start raising chickens and selling eggs, which Lisa is excited about.

As the weeks pass, Andy becomes more and more integral to the farm's operation. Oliver and Lisa are thrilled with his hard work and innovative ideas. However, not everyone on the farm is pleased with Andy's presence. A local handyman named Eb Dawson is jealous of the attention that Andy is getting and begins to spread rumors about the young student.

Despite Eb's attempts to sabotage him, Andy continues to work hard and impress Oliver and Lisa. However, there is one thing that Andy cannot fix - his growing romantic feelings for Lisa. He asks her out on a date, but she politely declines, citing her unwavering commitment to her husband.

As the season draws to a close, Oliver and Lisa realize just how much they have learned from Andy. They are grateful for his help and are sad to see him go. Andy, in turn, is incredibly grateful for the experience and admits that he has learned just as much from Oliver and Lisa as they have from him.

"The Agricultural Student" is a heartwarming episode of Green Acres that showcases the beauty of hard work, dedication, and cooperation. It's a reminder that even in a world of rapid technological advancements, the simple pleasures of life can still bring joy and satisfaction. The episode is full of comedic moments, as well as touching ones, that make it a classic example of the show's unique brand of humor. Overall, "The Agricultural Student" is a wonderful addition to the show's impressive roster of episodes.