Era: I was a farmer at the foot of Yaoling Mountain

Chapter 352 Breeding Research Institute, Unexpected Visitor

Time flies.

The entire cooperative has completed the rice planting work, but the forestry brigade and the sideline production brigade are still busy.

morning.

Fang Wei looked at the documents in the office for a while, then went to patrol the mountains and forests of each brigade.

This year, we will reduce the amount of timber felled and increase afforestation efforts to create a virtuous cycle.

Currently, from a policy perspective, logging of natural forests is not completely prohibited, but the county does not allow state-owned forest land to be contracted out, which effectively eliminates the possibility of anyone logging natural forests.

"This year we will replenish all the felled trees and then carry out artificial afforestation at a ratio of 1:1.5."

The forestry brigade is responsible for the cultivation of seedlings, afforestation, management of economic forests, and understory economy, which brings considerable income to the commune every year.

For example, precious timber, medicinal herbs, and economically valuable trees can both generate income and protect the environment.

"You've done a good job, keep up the good work."

Fang Wei was very satisfied with the work of the forestry brigade; no illegal logging was found in the forests belonging to the cooperative.

This creates a positive cycle, which is why the environment on the mountain is getting better and better.

No one can explain why the forests on the Dayao Mountains grow faster and have a higher yield than in other places. If it can't be explained, it can be attributed to "good soil and water". Now, some people even attribute it to "good feng shui".

Fang Wei knew the reason, but she certainly wouldn't explain it.

"Secretary Fang, we will do our job well."

Several key members of the forestry brigade expressed their support, and Fang Wei nodded before descending the mountain.

The number of cooperative members directly involved in the fields is gradually decreasing, while the scale of animal husbandry remains unchanged, so there is no need to add manpower. On the contrary, the forestry brigade has added some people in the past two years.

Most of the remaining surplus labor force was reassigned to factories under the cooperative, while some young people went to Xiangshan.

In fact, it's not just that. For example, the rise of chili sauce factories has boosted the income of farmers in surrounding towns and villages.

Although the rice mill's profits are not high, it has also boosted the surrounding rice farmers, ensuring that their rice can be sold without worry and at a good price.

The people in Qianjin Township were out of their minds last time; I doubt that such a thing will happen again.

In addition to rice seeds, the cooperative will cultivate soybean, wheat, and corn seeds on dry land and slopes this year. The sales department has already started promoting the seeds with samples, but the sales situation is still uncertain.

morning.

Fang Wei convened a joint meeting of the council, which was attended by the heads of Yao Village, the breeding center, and Tianjia Cooperative.

"I plan to establish a [Breeding Research Institute], and alliance members are welcome to invest."

He was the first to speak, suggesting the establishment of a "Breeding Research Institute" to gradually move breeding work towards a more scientific and professional approach.

However, scientific research is very expensive, so he did not set a total investment amount and only talked about basic investment for the time being.

The other companies all expressed their willingness to follow suit, emphasizing that technology is paramount in breeding and no one wants to fall behind at this crucial moment.

The research institute initially invested 5000 million yuan, with Yaoling Cooperative contributing 80% and the remaining 20% ​​shared equally among the various entities.

The proposal was adopted, and a meeting resolution was subsequently formed. The participating units will sign the agreement within five days.

The meeting concluded here. In reality, with one project after another being bundled together, the cooperation between the various units has become increasingly close.

"Secretary, why not bring the Tian family cooperative into the program?"

Everyone left, and Zhao Jinsheng followed Fang Wei to the other party's office.

His intention was to incorporate the Tianjia Cooperative into the Yaoling Cooperative, which would both strengthen the cooperative and address its shortcomings.

"Let's maintain the status quo for now, so that no one can use this to cause us trouble. When the time is right, we might consider establishing an agricultural group company, which would allow us to avoid all the problems."

Fang Wei decided to make things clear to Zhao Jinsheng to prevent him from being impulsive and thinking only about the good without considering the consequences.

Zhao Jinsheng understood and felt a little embarrassed.

Fang Wei waved his hand, indicating that the other party should go about their own business and not discuss this matter for the time being.

after a few days.

The vegetable greenhouse project, jointly funded by the cooperative and several other entities, has been completed and put into operation.

Fang Wei and several board members attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, including Wang Songlin and Tian Bingyi. The vegetable greenhouse is made of steel, spacious and bright, and its temperature, humidity, light, irrigation, etc., can all be automatically adjusted, meeting high standards and using advanced technology.

Not to mention ordinary people, even Huang Zhigang was amazed when he saw it.

"The technology for greenhouses is not particularly advanced, but the investment is large, which means that it cannot be popularized at the current stage."

Fang Wei knew what the leader was thinking, so he quickly told him the truth.

Projects like this would be impossible for a cooperative to invest in and build unless it is a large and well-established entity. On the one hand, there is significant financial pressure, and on the other hand, the investment return period is very long.

However, vegetable greenhouses are not limited to off-season vegetables. Seasonal vegetables can also be grown, and with their shorter maturation cycle and higher yield, they can generate just as good economic benefits.

"pity!"

Huang Zhigang couldn't help but marvel at the cooperative's deep pockets. This project was completely different from what he had imagined and was somewhat ahead of its time.

However, he still had a great interest in exchanging ideas with the technicians. In fact, the equipment here was very similar to that of the "seedling raising base," only the standards were higher.

Huang Zhigang and his group toured the area and then left. Fang Wei took advantage of the free time to designate the vegetable greenhouses.

According to the system's assessment, projects like this do not belong to the "planting area" but to the production facility, which means that the greenhouse is being treated as a factory.

When Fang Wei got home that evening, he took some time to upgrade the vegetable greenhouse.

Temporary facilities → Production facilities → Vegetable greenhouses

[Facility Level: (Level 16, 0/5 billion points)]

[Facility Attributes: Optimized growing environment, optimized planting techniques, optimized flavor, optimized growth rate, optimized resistance, optimized management.]

[Working within this building grants an additional 80% to all attributes and +1 to output.]

Total points: 586431360.

Fang Wei spent 166666660 points to directly upgrade the [Vegetable Greenhouse] to level 16.

At the same time, a "Production +1" bonus pack was generated, which can increase production by more than 30% on the original basis.

He was very satisfied. Vegetable greenhouses, as a more advanced production method, had taken root in the county, and the economic benefits should be quite good.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, he settled accounts for last year's cash crops and this year's rapeseed harvest. [Harvested crops, points +75600000, total points: 662031360.]

The vegetable greenhouses have been put into operation, but this portion of the output has little impact on local farmers.

After all, the demand for vegetables has not yet been met, otherwise local governments at all levels would not be launching "vegetable basket projects".

With dedicated personnel in charge of the vegetable greenhouses, Fang Wei no longer needed to worry about anything.

He, along with Zhang Wenyuan, Fan Zhipeng, Zhang Chu, and others, attended a trade fair held in Guangzhou and achieved remarkable results. Among them, the air conditioner factory reaped the greatest rewards, with the highest transaction amount.

With the rapid development of the company, the output value of the electrical appliance group has quickly exceeded 100 million yuan, and the revenue this year is expected to reach about 600 million yuan.

The company's flagship products, electric fans and air conditioners, are selling very well and have even gone global.

Fang Wei couldn't help but sigh, realizing that the manufacturing industry still has a higher ceiling for development, but its profits can't compare to those of the breeding industry. Now, the cooperative is essentially pursuing two paths, with agriculture and industry forming two pillars, promising a bright future.

After Zhang Chu returned, he busied himself with completing the export orders for chili sauce. Since the unit value of chili sauce is not high, the total exports were not very high, but he was still very satisfied.

The furniture factory's harvest this time was average, but its domestic sales were very good, with turnover steadily increasing.

The worst performer was the hardware factory, but Fan Zhipeng wasn't worried. After returning, he made several improvements based on customer feedback, hoping to make progress.

"Secretary Fang, we have made great progress this time, and it is worth celebrating."

Fang Wei convened a council meeting and briefed the council members on the participation in this meeting.

Zhao Jinsheng and the others were very excited after hearing this, especially placing high hopes on the electrical appliance group company.

"Let's celebrate! We'll have a dinner party at the canteen tonight and invite Lao Fan, Zhang Chu, and all the team leaders."

Fang Wei saw that everyone was in high spirits and that it was a rare opportunity to have a get-together.

There is no issue of lavish meals in the cooperative, as the members are all watching closely. Therefore, this gathering was conducted on a cost-sharing basis and will not be covered by the cooperative's funds.

It's impossible to organize a company-wide meal now, mainly because there are too many people and we simply can't handle it.

"Old Zhou, it's your turn to inspect Fragrant Hills next month. Get ready."

The cooperative society periodically dispatches one or two directors to conduct inspections, mainly targeting companies located in other places, such as electrical appliance groups and furniture companies.

This has nothing to do with trust; it's about following the rules.

"No problem, I'm all ready."

Director Zhou seemed very happy when he heard Fang Wei mention his award.

These people used to live off the farmland belonging to the team, but now they have more opportunities to go out and work. Who wouldn't be happy about that?

The meal lasted until the moon was high in the sky before everyone finally left. To be honest, life has really been better these past two years; I never dared to dream of such a thing before.

back home.

Pan Lianhua brewed a pot of tea for Fang Wei, and only after the smell of alcohol on his body had dissipated a bit did she tell him to go wash up.

She's recently started learning to drive and plans to get a driver's license so she can commute to get off work more easily. The factory has its own vehicles, but she rarely uses them.

the next day.

Fang Wei took Pan Lianhua to work, and then went to the county town.

He also needed to report to Huang Zhigang in person, as the county needed such achievements, since there were only a few companies in the county that could boast such results.

"You've done a great job. Yesterday, a colleague from the Provincial Department of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation called me and praised you over the phone."

Huang Zhigang personally brewed a cup of tea for Fang Wei. He was delighted, as Fang Wei had brought him honor.

In remote areas like Xinlin County, it is actually difficult to create highly competitive enterprises. Businesses in the county are going bankrupt one after another, and many have been contracted out to private individuals.

It's a pity that the furniture company and the electrical appliance group have both moved to other places, otherwise he would be even more proud.

"Secretary Huang, we must thank you for your strong support."

Fang Wei was telling the truth; Huang Zhigang had indeed provided considerable support for the development of the cooperative.

The cooperative has now become quite successful, but without the county's support, they probably wouldn't have even been able to complete the necessary procedures.

"Secretary Fang, stop with the nonsense. I have something to tell you. The higher-ups have mandated the conversion of farmland back to forest, and they've given the county a fixed quota. How many hectares of land can you convert back to forest?"

Huang Zhigang smiled and waved his hand, then got down to business.

The region imposed mandatory targets on the county, which in turn passed them on to the townships. However, Yaoling Township was a special case; Zheng Xianfa and the township officials couldn't persuade the cooperative at all, so he had to step in and handle the matter himself.

"Secretary Huang, if I remember correctly, the cooperative's farmland has never encroached on forest land. Since it has never encroached on forest land, it seems there is no issue of returning farmland to forest, right?"

Fang Wei knew what the other party was up to; they just wanted the cooperative to take the lead.
He wasn't going to tolerate the other party and directly pointed out the core of the problem.

"Really? I didn't notice. I'll check again later."

Huang Zhigang smiled awkwardly. He had only wanted the cooperative to make a show of cooperation, but Fang Wei was completely uncooperative.

If he didn't want to cooperate, he simply swallowed back what he was about to say.

"Secretary Huang, don't worry about those trivial matters. Our county has done a great job in environmental protection; there isn't a single barren mountain. I've finished reporting what I needed to report. You go ahead with your work; I'll take my leave now."

Fang Wei didn't want to argue with the other party, so she got up and said goodbye.

Back at the club, he found an unexpected person waiting for him, someone whose name he couldn't even recall.

"Secretary Fang, hello! Do you still remember me? Back then, I was really lucky to have you help me out, otherwise I would have been seriously injured or even killed."

The person waiting in the commune was a former educated youth who had worked in the Xiatang brigade.

Fang Wei had forgotten the other person's name, but she remembered that the other person had said something inappropriate in public that almost ruined her life.

Considering the other party's youth, Fang Wei ultimately protected him and took advantage of a job recruitment opportunity to send the young man away.

To be honest, he took a risk when he did it.

"Oh, it's you. Have a seat. What are you doing now? Aren't you working at your old company anymore?"

Fang Wei couldn't figure out the other party's purpose for suddenly appearing, so her attitude was neither warm nor cold.

"I'm no longer working. The year after I was hired and left, I went to Hong Kong with my family. Now that I'm back to invest, I wonder if Secretary Fang has any use for me?"

The man introduced himself, and surprisingly, he had gone to Hong Kong. He seemed to be doing quite well, otherwise he wouldn't have been talking about investments all the time.

“You’ve put your heart into this! The 17 production brigades of the former commune have now been combined into the Yaoling Cooperative, which can basically solve most of the problems.”

(End of this chapter)