1968: Started from breeding

Chapter 308 Let's do an equal exchange, one for fifteen!
However, their spring plowing is about to begin, and if the farm machinery is delivered after the land has been cleared, it will not be of much use.

At this time, the main function of agricultural machinery was still in land reclamation and cultivation.

Su Wenchen thought for a moment and then spoke directly.

"Director Li, how about this!"

"We've used your factory's hand tractors before. Although they can't compare to these large agricultural machines in deep tillage, they're perfectly capable of shallow tillage, soil breaking, and leveling!"

"Even with a water pump, the pumping efficiency is quite good!"

"I remember you said that your factory's ex-factory price is two thousand yuan per vehicle."

"Let's do an equal exchange, one for fifteen!"

"In that case, we can replace them all with your factory's hand tractors, and you won't have to spend any effort on scheduling them!"

Su Wenchen did the math and realized that if he could really exchange it for fifteen hand tractors, he would definitely not lose out.

In terms of land reclamation and deep cultivation, large tractors with 75 horsepower have an absolute advantage, because these small tractors with only a dozen horsepower simply cannot achieve the same depth and efficiency in tilling.

This is why they were initially assigned these large tractors directly.

But after clearing the land, the subsequent shallow tilling, breaking up the soil, and leveling the land are different.

For this kind of surface work, no matter how powerful a large machine is, it can't compare to fifteen tractors working simultaneously.

Because having a high horsepower simply means having a lot of strength. While having a lot of strength can make you faster at tasks like breaking up soil and leveling the ground, it's impossible for you to be 15 times faster.

In addition, the land reclamation only needs to be done once, and the rest of the land will be fertile. What Su Wenchen is most satisfied with is that this kind of hand tractor can also be equipped with a water pump.

This is equivalent to having fifteen more water pumps at once for their subsequent canal digging, and they will also be useful when pumping water to flush the saline-alkali land!
In terms of pure work efficiency, fifteen hand tractors are definitely much more efficient than one large tractor!
Especially in areas like the Yellow River floodplains, where repeated pumping and salt washing are necessary before crops can be grown.

Its effects are quite obvious, and Su Wenchen estimates that this is why hand-held tractors sell so well here.

One advantage is its low price, and the other is its comprehensive functionality, capable of doing almost anything. It can be used in both paddy fields and dry fields when fitted with farm tools.

Moreover, it can provide separate support to different locations.

After all, a large agricultural machine cannot be divided into ten parts and can only support one place. However, if it is replaced with ten hand tractors, it can support ten production teams.

From the perspective of the commune's procurement, a larger quantity is also more appropriate.

When Li Xingguo heard Su Wenchen say that, he was momentarily speechless.

It would be better if we just put in the effort to bring in a large agricultural machine!

If he had known you calculated it this way, he definitely wouldn't have offered 30,000 yuan. That's equivalent to giving almost three extra hand tractors!
Besides, their products sell well, so there's always a queue!

Even the ex-factory price he mentioned to Su Wenchen earlier was just a way to build relationships, considering they were a farm under the ministry and that the director had spoken up for them.

They don't charge this price for the surrounding communes and the agricultural machinery stations below!

Especially considering what the other party said, they also want to provide a water pump?

This isn't just a loss of 30,000; it's aiming for 40,000 or 50,000!

Since he had already said what he was going to say, he could only look at Liu Guangde and hope that the director could help him negotiate a lower price.

But he was soon disappointed.

In Liu Guangde's view, the output of the municipal hand tractor manufacturing plant will definitely increase after it merges with the agricultural machinery plant.

Therefore, it is only right to pay a price for helping others, and so he said directly.

"I think Director Su's idea is good, after all, your spring plowing cannot be delayed!"

"These large agricultural machines can't be brought over in a short time!"

"Xingguo, since you've already merged with the agricultural machinery factory, you can move the old orders back a bit and squeeze out fifteen vehicles!"

For Liu Guangde, all that matters is that this matter can be resolved quickly.

He can't make decisions for people in Changzhou, but he can still make some decisions for factories in his city!

Hearing Liu Guangde say that, Li Xingguo had no choice but to accept it.

After all, the boss's boss has spoken, so what else can he say?

I could only agree directly.

"Alright, Director Su, I'll arrange for someone to drive fifteen hand tractors over to you tomorrow!"

"And each vehicle is fully equipped with a truck bed, a water pump, and a rotary tiller."

Since he had already paid the bulk of the money, he didn't care about the small amount left over. In fact, this would make it easier to build a good relationship for future dealings.

Otherwise, being stingy might be worse than not agreeing at all!
When Su Wenchen heard this, he didn't expect the other party to be so generous all of a sudden, bringing not only a truck bed but also a water pump and a rotary tiller.

This was indeed somewhat unexpected for him.

So Su Wenchen spoke directly.

"What you said, Director Li, is exactly what we need. So we'll take advantage of you a little this time. Once our branch farm is built, I'll treat you properly then!"

Li Xingguo waved his hand repeatedly.

"Director Su, we don't need to entertain you. Just give us a larger procurement quota when the time comes, considering our old friendship."

Su Wenchen responded with a smile.

"That's for sure, after all, we're planning to purchase agricultural machinery and implements from your factory in the future!"

Seeing that the two sides had reached an agreement, Liu Guangde stood up and addressed Su Wenchen.

"Director Su, I'm really sorry about what happened today. We encountered this unexpected situation, which almost delayed your farm's production tasks."

"I have to go to the provincial capital tonight to attend an important meeting tomorrow, so I really can't entertain you tonight!"

"Old Wu and Xingguo will have to entertain you tonight!" Su Wenchen said apologetically upon hearing this.

"Director Liu, look at this mess, I didn't even know you were going to the provincial capital tomorrow. It's already evening, I've really taken up too much of your time."

Liu Guangde shook his head.

"Director Su, this has nothing to do with you. This is our own problem. If we don't solve this problem for you, I won't be able to concentrate on the meeting even if I go to the provincial capital!"

After saying that, he turned to the other two and said...

"The affairs of the agricultural machinery factory are now in your hands. The management team from the hand tractor manufacturing plant will temporarily take over and reassure the employees."

"In addition, we will inventory and archive all factory materials and financial information."

"We must thoroughly investigate Wang Youfa and the cadres of the agricultural machinery factory."

"Finally, all those involved in the unauthorized dismantling of state machinery will be severely punished!"

"By the way, if there are any other violations of laws and regulations, they must be dealt with even more severely! Those who should be sent to reform schools should be sent to reform schools, and those who should be executed should be executed!"

Su Wenchen was quite surprised to hear Liu Guangde say that.

He thought there would indeed be some punishment, at most the factory manager would be dismissed and someone would be demoted to a regular employee!

Su Wenchen now feels that the city may really not have known beforehand.

Otherwise, they wouldn't have all gone straight to the point of being executed.

After all, if this matter is investigated seriously, it does indeed damage state property, but if investigated less seriously, it can be described as an installation error.

It really depends on whether the authorities pursue this matter or not.

Now that the hand-operated factory has provided compensation, he has no interest in dealing with these people anymore.

After Liu Guangde was seen off.

Zhao Weiguo also looked at Su Wenchen and said.

"Director, shall we go back to the factory?"

Upon hearing Zhao Weiguo's words, Director Wu, who remained behind, immediately spoke up.

"Director Su, the director specifically asked me to entertain you!"

"Besides, it's getting late, let's go back tomorrow morning!"

Li Xingguo added.

"Yes! Director Su, wait until tomorrow to go back with our factory's tractors, otherwise aren't you afraid we'll shortchange you on spare parts?"

Upon hearing this, Su Wenchen first looked at the sky outside, which had darkened slightly.

He then said with a smile.

"Haha, I believe that Director Li, who can establish a dedicated team for on-site maintenance, is definitely not the kind of person who would cut corners."

"However, it is indeed getting late, so we'll have to decline the invitation."

“We’ve merged with other units before, and I know this is the busiest time.”

"I won't take up any more of your time. I'll just stay at the guesthouse for the night."

He then shouted to Zhao Weiguo, who was in the distance.

"Old Zhao, drive!"

Seeing that Su Wenchen wasn't just being polite, the two of them didn't say anything more.

After all, they knew Su Wenchen was right; companies that had run into trouble and were subsequently merged did indeed need to work overnight to expedite the process.

Otherwise, by now, all the evidence would have been destroyed long ago.

"Alright, Director Su, you don't need to go to any other guesthouses."

"Our factory is just two streets away. We can go to our factory's guesthouse and set off together tomorrow!"

Su Wenchen thought about it and felt it was a good idea.

"Alright, I'll have to stay at your factory for the night. I've been on the train all day, and this happened during the day, so I won't chat with you two any longer!"

Li Xingguo nodded.

"Understood! Understood!"

After saying that, he turned around and waved to the people in their factory.

"Xiao Song, come with me to the factory and help me make arrangements for Director Su!"

"Remember, you absolutely must treat me well!"

To be honest, Li Xingguo was really grateful to Su Wenchen!
Although they paid a price, it was a good thing for them because the cost was far less than the gain!
This is why he agreed so readily, even though he knew he was at a disadvantage.

Otherwise, if they wanted to merge the agricultural machinery factory, it would take a lot of effort, not to mention they would have to take over all the other factory's cadres.

Even the right to speak has to be divided up, which is clearly not what he wants to see.

This is just right for them, because once they investigate, they won't believe that an agricultural machinery factory could have fallen to this state, and that these management cadres could be completely without problems.

After seeing Su Wenchen's car drive away.

Li Xingguo rolled up his sleeves and went back with Director Wu.

He didn't plan to rest that night. He had finally seized the opportunity, so he had to investigate thoroughly because he didn't want these bad apples to get into their factory.

And then little by little, they followed in their footsteps!

(End of this chapter)