1968: Started from breeding

Chapter 339 Director Su really has a talent for making things look good!
Su Wenchen also knew that what Chen Guodong said was true.

At this time, foreign countries were indeed more advanced and widespread in their application of chemical fertilizers, but this would also lead to a higher degree of land degradation, and it seems that the demand for alkali-resistant fertilizers would be even greater.

So he said it directly.

"Director Chen, it seems that our alkaline-treated rabbits have a rather considerable market in the international market."

Chen Guodong nodded.

"That's quite impressive! Especially since the president will definitely have a press corps following him to take pictures, which is like giving us free publicity."

"You'd better be prepared then. I feel your alkaline-curing rabbits have the same potential as the Moonflower rabbits."

"However, the specific export issues are a matter for the Ministry of Foreign Trade. You will still need to communicate with the Ministry of Foreign Trade about these issues."

Su Wenchen also knew that the main responsibility of the Protocol Department was to arrange the itinerary and prepare for the event.

However, I still expressed my gratitude.

"Then thank you for the reminder, Director Chen!"

Chen Guodong shook his head.

"Forget about thanks and such. I came in a hurry to help you coordinate with the relevant departments to resolve the issue in advance!"

As the jeep rolled over the last stretch of dirt road, it slowly came to a stop in front of the dormitory area that had been built.

Su Wenchen also got out of the car and said.

"Director Chen, our entire site is under construction right now, and the dormitory area consists of uniform residential houses. We're afraid you'll have to make do with these."

Chen Guodong looked at the houses built of rammed earth and shook his head.

"Having a place to stay is enough, what's there to feel wronged about!"

After saying that, he and his entourage carried the luggage into the house.

He spoke directly to Su Wenchen.

"Let's go!"

"Let's go take a look at your farm's current demonstration plan!"

Seeing this, Su Wenchen spoke directly.

"Director Chen, why don't you take a rest first?"

Even if you're in a hurry, it's not really that urgent!

Chen Guodong waved his hand.

"We've already rested on the plane, let's go straight to your conference room! The sooner we confirm, the sooner we can start preparing."

Seeing this, Su Wenchen didn't say anything more, after all, the other person didn't seem to mind the effort.

When he led his team back to the conference room, the leaders of the various departments in the branch were still sitting close together, some flipping through notebooks, others talking in hushed tones.

The conference room windows were wide open, and the ashtray on the table was piled high with cigarette butts. Clearly, Su Wenchen hadn't adjourned the meeting, so everyone was waiting for him to return.

Su Wenchen introduced it directly.

"This is Chen Guodong, Deputy Director of the Protocol Department. He will be working with us and guiding us to complete this reception work in the coming days."

Upon hearing Su Wenchen's introduction, Chen Guodong immediately shook his head.

"Director Su knows I can't accept such an honor. I can only fill in the gaps and do my best to assist you in completing this important reception task."

After he finished speaking, Chen Guodong looked at the various unerased marks still on the blackboard on the wall.

"Director Su, let's skip the formalities and get started!"

Su Wenchen didn't hesitate when he heard this.

"Alright, Director Chen, please take your seats!"

"Old Hou, move back a bit and make room for Director Chen and the others in the front row!"

After seeing Chen Guodong and a protocol officer accompanying him take their seats.

Su Wenchen said directly.

"Then let's continue the meeting."

"By the way, where were we?"

Upon hearing this, someone immediately flipped through their notebook and said.

"Director, you said you wanted to showcase our agricultural development from three aspects, but you only mentioned our achievements in alkali control and the embodiment of circular agriculture."

Upon hearing this, Su Wenchen immediately remembered.

"Then let me talk about the last aspect, which is the application of mechanized agriculture. In this respect, the West is actually ahead of us."

"Therefore, I think we should avoid a direct comparison with the West on large-scale mechanization."

"Using our weaknesses to attack their strengths is not a wise choice. Moreover, as the country with the most widespread agricultural mechanization, we can't compete with them no matter how much we emphasize this aspect."

Chen Guodong nodded slightly as he wrote something in his notebook.

However, I still asked later.

"Director Su, we've considered this question too, but if we don't showcase our mechanization, what will we showcase?"

"We can't just say outright that we're still completely reliant on manpower!"

"Director Su, you may not know this, but just from what's confirmed so far, the three major American television networks, CBS, ABC, and NBC, will all send senior reporters to cover the entire visit, except for the political talks."

"With our help, temporary satellite broadcasting equipment will be set up in Beijing to broadcast the live simultaneously."

"This is the first time our country has appeared in the sight of ordinary people in the West in this way, even if we can't show that we are particularly advanced."

"But we can't just show our backward side directly!"

Su Wenchen naturally understood what Chen Guodong meant.

This visit itself will bring about a soft confrontation of ideologies between the two sides.

Clearly, the United States was extremely confident at this time. Of course, as a world superpower, it was indeed powerful in both technology and military.

Under these circumstances, Su Wenchen naturally couldn't exploit their weaknesses to showcase his abilities.

So he explained it directly.

"Director Chen, I understand what you mean, which is why I said we should avoid making direct comparisons on large-scale collective operations."

"On the contrary, we should focus on showcasing our small-scale, practical agricultural machinery for small-scale cluster operations in the field of mechanized agriculture!"

"We emphasize our efficiency improvements in human-machine collaboration models, rather than showcasing automation and large-scale mechanical cluster operations."

Su Wenchen's choice of this direction was not without reason. In this kind of large-scale agricultural cluster operation, no matter how ingenious the methods are, they still can't compete with others.

In addition, he was aware that at that time, the United States had always had a habit in the machinery industry that bigger was better and bigger was stronger.

Therefore, it has always been somewhat lacking in terms of miniaturization and practicality.

This is also why, due to the oil crisis, Japanese cars were able to conquer and expand their territory.

Upon hearing Su Wenchen's words, Chen Guodong's eyes lit up.

"Director Su, your idea is good. Instead of comparing with others, you focus on miniaturization and practicality."

"On the one hand, it does fit our national conditions, and on the other hand, it will not be accused of copying others' ideas."

"And it also demonstrates our practical spirit of adapting to local conditions."

He wrote this down in his notebook as he spoke.

"I'll have to coordinate with the Ministry of Machinery Industry on this matter to see if they have any of the smaller, more practical agricultural machinery you mentioned."

“I even think that, if not, we could consider customizing a few testing machines for you according to your requirements.”

"After all, it's all for the country!"

"Only when your farm has all kinds of machines will you have enough credibility!"

After writing it down in the notebook, he asked Su Wenchen a question.

"Director Su, we weren't here earlier, so we were wondering if it would be convenient for you to talk about the two presentation directions you mentioned earlier."

Su Wenchen naturally wouldn't refuse upon hearing this, since this person was essentially a money-giving boy.

This prevented them from having to ask their superiors for help, and they automatically helped them get things.

Because once the agricultural machinery and other equipment issued to him are in his hands, there is no reason to return them.

They even came up with slogans for them.

So Su Wenchen spoke directly, introducing the topic.

"The other two aspects are, firstly, the demonstration of our achievements in alkali control."

"In this regard, there is currently no laboratory in the world that has successfully implemented microbial treatment of alkali soil and participated in soil remediation projects."

"This is the core direction we are showcasing, but I think there will definitely be questions from Western media at that time."

"Therefore, we initially plan to use multiple small-scale experimental plots to demonstrate our biological alkali treatment technology through firsthand observation."

"However, our exploration of this strain is currently only a very limited part."

"Therefore, we still need various electron microscope equipment and the cooperation of researchers from the Institute of Microbiology in this regard."

"We'll need to conduct detailed experiments to determine the optimal size of the plot of land to most effectively and directly demonstrate our technology."

Upon hearing this, Chen Guodong immediately responded.

"You don't need to worry about the research station. The application for the microbial research station in your area has been approved."

"Director Cai has already started coordinating various equipment."

"After all, microbiology research involves sophisticated equipment, so a lot of preparation work needs to be done in the early stages!"

Su Wenchen nodded.

"Since Director Cai has already started preparations, there shouldn't be any major problems in this regard."

"Finally, this is an introduction to our biogas project, which is also part of our farm's circular agriculture."

Su Wenchen drew a simple loop arrow on the blackboard.

Straw → Pig feed → Manure → Biogas → Fuel/Fertilizer

"This is the initial simple agricultural cycle system we have built so far."

"Therefore, we still need support from above in building large biogas digesters. It would be best to build a fully mechanized processing system so that when we showcase it to the outside world, we can initially demonstrate some of our level of industrialization."

"Moreover, this can also mitigate our disadvantage of large-scale operations to some extent, and shift the focus of Western media from mechanized large-scale operations to environmentally friendly and circular agriculture."

"We can directly declare that our main purpose is to promote the development of international circular agriculture, align with international environmental protection trends, and ultimately create green and environmentally friendly agriculture!"
For Su Wenchen, the large-scale biogas digester project wasn't entirely about profiting from their farm.

He was well aware that they couldn't compete with the United States in terms of large-scale agriculture.

If you want to demonstrate your superiority, you can only find ways to do so from other aspects.

Upon hearing Su Wenchen's words, Chen Guodong nodded repeatedly.

"Your idea is great!"

"Moreover, it aligns with the country's overall strategic direction. Aren't we currently encouraging the construction of biogas digesters in various regions?"

"And then there's your explanation. To be honest, I still don't understand it, but it just sounds pretty impressive."

Su Wenchen smiled but didn't say anything more.

He knew that these small biogas digesters had significant limitations, and given the current limited scale of farming, they weren't actually that convenient.

To be frank, due to limitations in construction technology and the supply of biogas equipment, circular agriculture is still a high-cost endeavor.

However, they don't have this worry.

As the land here is gradually improved, and the alfalfa planted here can be harvested in succession, in conjunction with the improved white pigs he plans to introduce from the main farm.

Biogas digesters naturally have no shortage of manure fertilizer.

Chen Guodong, unaware of Su Wenchen's thoughts, felt that Su Wenchen was truly a diplomatic talent.

He is very adept at avoiding his own weaknesses.

These three approaches perfectly avoided their outdated directions while still showcasing some of the highlights of their agricultural development.

In his view, coupled with genuine biological alkali treatment technology, this is enough to deliver a satisfactory result.

So after she finished recording, she looked at Su Wenchen expectantly.

"Director Su, is that all?" Su Wenchen was speechless. Was that all?
He spent an entire afternoon brainstorming, referencing some things from later generations, and integrating the resources they could currently utilize.

Given the limited resources and infrastructure, it is quite remarkable that we have been able to build such a modern agricultural demonstration system with a certain degree of international persuasiveness.

So even if he tries to come up with a solution, he is powerless to do anything about it, since agricultural development also requires a certain level of industrial support!

Moreover, his major was animal husbandry, so he really did his best.

So, seeing Chen Guodong's expectant look, Su Wenchen simply shook his head.

"These are our initial ideas for now."

"Director Chen, if you have anything to add, please let us know! We can discuss it further."

Seeing Su Wenchen say this, Chen Guodong realized that he had been a bit greedy.

Before coming here, he didn't have much hope for this place.

But now it seems that their side might be the most promising, especially with some of Su Wenchen's ideas.

This time, he really learned a lot.

Despite having weak industrial capacity and being able to produce only small agricultural machinery in most areas, they managed to deliberately miniaturize and improve the machinery based on local conditions and national circumstances.

What was originally intended to address the fuel shortage has been twisted into promoting international circular agriculture and aligning with international environmental trends to create green and environmentally friendly agriculture!
Listen to this little word.

Anyway, as an outsider to agriculture, he seemed very impressive just from his introduction, and he certainly didn't give people the impression of being ignorant or backward.

When Su Wenchen asked him to add something, Chen Guodong felt that he had no room for improvement.

After all, his role is simply to replace words and expressions that ordinary people might find outdated.

He didn't really understand real agricultural demonstrations, but he's discovering that now.

Director Su really has a talent for decorating the storefront!
After thinking about it, all I could say was...

"I have nothing to add. Director Su, you have considered everything very thoroughly."

"We did not resort to any gimmicks that would be easily exposed, and we successfully showcased the various highlights of our country's agricultural development."

"I think the higher-ups will definitely approve your plan. As long as we implement your plan well, I feel we will have already exceeded the demonstration task assigned by the higher-ups."

Seeing this, Su Wenchen smiled and said.

"Thank you for your kind words, Director Chen. In the coming period, we will cooperate with each other to ensure the successful implementation of all projects."

"Especially the biogas project, which was coordinated with the help of Director Chen."

"Among them, we need to trouble Director Chen to take a closer look at the safety issues, because if something goes wrong when we receive foreign guests, it will be a big problem."

Chen Guodong nodded and readily agreed.

"Don't worry, Director Su, I'll take care of this for you!"

The group then continued to discuss the various details of the subsequent reception.

Then, as dusk fell, the long-unseen lights in the farm's meeting room were turned on.

The meeting is not over yet.

Just then, a series of hurried footsteps came from the doorway, and the conference room door was suddenly knocked on, interrupting the group's discussion.

"director!"

"Wow, so many cars!"

"And this time they were all military vehicles, all parked on the south side of our drying yard."

"Director, you should go and take a look!"

Upon hearing these words from the visitor, Chen Guodong immediately slapped his forehead.

"Director Su, I was so engrossed in our discussion that I completely forgot about this. I didn't expect them to arrive so quickly."

"Regarding the subsequent construction work of your branch site, the higher authorities have allocated engineering troops from the Jinling Military Region to assist you. They will help you complete the construction of the site as quickly as possible."

"I think we can also have them help with the construction of the biogas project. We will definitely build it to the highest standards for you."

"This way you can free up your energy to complete other reception work arrangements."

Su Wenchen blinked. He hadn't expected such a pleasant surprise; the military region troops would actually help them complete the construction of the site.

In that case, the construction speed should be able to be increased considerably.

So he simply smiled and looked out at the half-dark sky.

"I didn't expect the higher-ups to be so thoughtful this time, but it's something we really need!"

"Especially with the help of the engineering corps, we can be more confident about the quality of the circular agriculture system that we plan to showcase at the end."

"Director Chen, it's getting late, let's call it a day!"

"We'll discuss any further issues that arise."

"I need to go and check on things here. I need to settle our brother units in first. We can't let them sleep in the wilderness."

Chen Guodong nodded as well.

"Alright, that's all for today. But Director Su, it's really comfortable working with you. I feel like it's a waste of your talent not to be a diplomat."

"I feel ashamed of my own lack of international perspective!"

Su Wenchen smiled and shook his head.

"I really don't deserve that. I feel I still have a lot to learn from Director Chen in terms of international perspective."

"My knowledge is basically accumulated little by little after we Moon Rabbit got involved in exports."

"That's why we are now. Back when we first went to the Canton Fair, we were just greenhorns who didn't know anything."

Chen Guodong shook his head.

"That also shows that your learning ability is extremely outstanding. I really can't compare to you in this aspect."

Su Wenchen closed the notebook, which was full of writing, and said with a smile.

"Alright, let's stop praising each other here. I need to go and make arrangements for our comrades in the unit."

"Otherwise, it would be too impolite of us not even being able to provide hot water when they come all this way to help."

Chen Guodong nodded as well.

"Director Su, please go over there!"

"A few of us can tidy up the meeting room."

Su Wenchen looked at the ashtray, which was now full of cigarette butts after an afternoon of meetings.

There were even cigarette butts and ashes scattered on the ground.

So he also addressed Yang Zhenye and Hou Guozhong.

"Old Yang, Old Hou, I'll leave this to you. Old Ren and I will go outside and make arrangements for the engineering corps."

After saying that, he left the conference room with Ren Dachuan, who was in charge of logistics.

By the time Su Wenchen and his men arrived at the drying yard on the south side with flashlights, it was already completely dark.

However, at this moment, the entire drying yard on the south side was brightly lit by a long line of military vehicles, and a group of teenagers were excitedly counting the vehicles with burning eyes.

Several young female employees wearing short sleeves were also peering out from a distance with curious expressions.

Su Wenchen didn't pay much attention to these things, but he looked at the thousands of soldiers with backpacks in front of him, who were sitting cross-legged in more than a dozen rows on the drying ground.

I was a bit shocked; how many people came!
At that moment, the leader of a production team who originally lived next to the drying yard was also talking to an officer wearing collar insignia.

After seeing Su Wenchen come over.

He immediately ran over and shouted.

"Director, you've come over. This is Jiang Dayong, the regimental commander of the Jinling Military Region."

After saying that, he quickly introduced the other party.

"Commander Jiang, this is our Director Su!"

"You can talk to our director about any requests you have; he can definitely make the decision!"

The other party immediately reached out their hand.

"Hello Director Su, we are the Sixth Engineering Regiment of the Jinling Military Region. We are here on orders to assist your farm in completing the subsequent construction work."

Su Wenchen quickly stepped forward and took the other person's hand. When he shook it back, he could clearly feel the sandpaper-like texture of the other person's calloused hands.

"Commander Jiang, hello! We are very happy to welcome you to support our farm!"

"To be honest, I really didn't expect you to come to our aid so quickly."

"Let's go! Let's head to our branch farm first!"

"To be honest, we really didn't expect there to be so many of you. We'll have to trouble you to make do with our staff for now."

After all, Su Wenchen hadn't expected that a construction team of over a thousand people would be transferred from above.

Now we really don't have to worry about construction issues.

However, because this was all so sudden, they hadn't prepared accommodation for so many people.

So Su Wenchen was really worried.

However, Jiang Dayong shook his head at this moment.

"We won't trouble you with Director Su's accommodation and meals. Our Sixth Engineering Regiment is already stationed in Xuzhou."

"We have a dedicated logistics unit to take care of our meals. All you need to do is provide us with a place to set up camp."

"We can set up our own camp."

Upon hearing this, Su Wenchen immediately put on an embarrassed expression and said...

"We've really failed to provide adequate hospitality."

“You came all this way to support us, but you have to take care of your own food and lodging.”

The other party, however, said directly.

"Director Su, you don't need to be embarrassed. We have our own rules. You only need to provide a place and some basic water."

Upon hearing this, Su Wenchen chimed in.

"Alright, if Commander Jiang needs anything in the future, please don't hesitate to let us know."

"As for where to set up camp, let's set up camp here in our drying yard!"

"This place is not far from the water source, nor is it far from our headquarters. The main thing is that the place is big enough; other places might not be able to accommodate so many of you."

"And there's one of our production teams not far from here. If you need anything, you can talk to our team leader."

"Okay, Director Su, we will definitely let you know if we need anything."

"Then I'll arrange for them to set up camp."

After speaking with Su Wenchen, he walked towards the soldiers sitting cross-legged on the drying ground.

"stand at attention--!"

"Each battalion, take this drying ground as the center and set up camp on the spot. Dinner will be served in two hours!"

Soon, Su Wenchen watched as squads of soldiers in the distance began to plan their camp in an orderly fashion.

He immediately spoke to the leader of the production team beside him.

"As expected of our country's military, they are very orderly."

"By the way, you also need to take good care of the staff in our group, especially the children, so as not to cause trouble for the comrades in the army."

Suddenly remembering what those young employees had said earlier, looking at these young soldiers, he quickly gave them some instructions.

"Old Yang, you should also remind some of the young female employees that the young men on our own farm are quite good too."

"We don't oppose free love, but if someone uses underhanded tactics or creates a scandal, we won't show any mercy."

"After all, you are no longer the production team you used to be."

Upon hearing Su Wenchen's words, the team leader, who was called Lao Yang, thought about the appearance of the unmarried female employees in their team earlier and quickly made a promise.

"Director, don't worry, I'll make sure to go door-to-door tonight and give them all the necessary instructions!"

"Here, the most we do is pursue people boldly; we would never resort to shameful tactics."

(End of this chapter)