Ep 18. The Farm

The Office season 9 episode 18, titled "The Farm," follows Dwight as he embarks on a mission to inherit his family's beet farm and run it as a bed and breakfast. The episode starts with Dwight giving a presentation to the Dunder Mifflin staff about his farm's new business plan. Although the staff is initially hesitant about Dwight's new venture, they eventually come around, and Dwight receives their full support.

Dwight then travels to his farm with Jim, where he introduces him to his family. Jim is initially taken aback by Dwight's eccentric and somewhat dysfunctional family members, but he soon warms up to them. All of Dwight's family members are unique and quirky in their own way, such as his cousin Mose, who is still living in the same house he grew up in.

Dwight's aunt, uncle, and brother also make appearances in the episode. His aunt and uncle are hesitant about the bed and breakfast idea, but Dwight's brother Jeb is excited to help him run it. Dwight orders his brother to make a coffee table, but Jeb instead creates a giant wooden chair. Despite Dwight's initial frustration, he eventually realizes that the chair can double as a massage table for guests.

Meanwhile, back in the office, Pam and Jim's relationship hits a bump when Jim fails to return her calls. She suspects that he may have taken a job in Philadelphia, but Jim assures her that he is still committed to their marriage and business.

The episode also sees the return of Jan Levinson, who appears in a brief cameo. She delivers a sperm sample to a fertility clinic for her new baby with a sperm donor.

As the episode progresses, it becomes clear that the farm is not as idyllic as Dwight had hoped. The bed and breakfast plan hits several snags, and Dwight's family members begin to turn against the idea. Eventually, Jeb leaves to start his own successful software company, and Dwight comes to the realization that running the farm on his own is not feasible.

"The Farm" is a bittersweet episode that highlights the loveable nature of Dwight's quirky family members and their dedication to their way of life. It also showcases Dwight's entrepreneurial spirit and his desire to continue his family's legacy. While the episode is primarily focused on Dwight's personal life, it still manages to interweave with the ongoing storyline of Pam and Jim's relationship.

Overall, "The Farm" is a heartfelt episode that offers a fitting end to Dwight's character arc. The episode is a testament to the show's ability to blend comedy and drama in a seamless and effective manner.