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

Subsequently, Fang Wei, representing Yaoling Agriculture, signed an agreement with the other party and then returned directly to the village.

The exchange of seeds will be handled by a designated person, so Fang Wei doesn't need to worry about it.

After resting at home for two days, he began to inspect various production units.

This year's spring planting production plan is not much different from last year's summer planting production plan, especially with rice seeds still being planted in large quantities. Last season's rice seed sales were in short supply, so this season's large rice yield is normal.

Fang Wei's first stop was Qinghe County.

Conditions in Qinghe County may seem somewhat rudimentary at present, but production has reached the company's average level and will not delay this year's spring planting.

“Secretary, these 300,000 mu of paddy fields are very fertile. We have purchased some farmyard manure from various places and established a composting site. In addition, well drilling has also begun simultaneously, and facilities such as seedling nurseries, granaries, rice mills, and office buildings will also be put into construction.”

The person in charge of the base reported to Fang Wei on the spring planting situation, noting that the only thing lacking this year was a seedling nursery.

However, this is not a big problem. Xinlin County is only a few dozen kilometers away from Qinghe County, and the cultivated seedlings can be transported directly over.

"You've all worked hard! You've managed to complete the spring planting task very well by making the best of a limited number of resources, which deserves praise."

Fang Wei was very satisfied. At lunchtime, Lin Bingkun also came over.

The other party has been inspecting various places these days. In addition to supervising the work, the key is to solve practical problems on-site.

Fang Wei doesn't handle specific matters; his inspections in various places are merely for supervision.

Once all the units completed the rice transplanting, this year's spring planting was successfully concluded. That's how farming is in reality; year after year, as long as there are no major natural disasters, there generally aren't any major problems.

This morning.

He received a call from Sun Shili in his office.

"Secretary Fang, fantastic news! The new generation of wheat you cultivated has been successfully developed. After verification and testing, the yield has increased significantly, the quality is excellent, and it has also shown strong resistance during the planting process."

Happiness came unexpectedly. After experiencing repeated failures, Sun Shili had no hope for the research on the new generation of wheat.

The same was true for this verification work; he didn't pay much attention to it, only letting the planting team at the Central Plains base take a look.

As a result, the small-scale wheat planting yielded a bumper harvest, and the planting process went smoothly with good resistance. It was only at this point that Sun Shili took notice, and he rushed to the base to begin comprehensive testing of the new generation of wheat.

This whole ordeal has dragged on until today, which is why it took me a while to call Fang Wei.

"Congratulations, Director Sun, you've finally achieved your goal. Now, we need to proceed with large-scale planting. Do you have any suitable partners?"

Fang Wei was naturally very happy. Upgrading the planting area had brought him a much-needed bonus package, which also allowed the breeding work to take another step forward.

The successful research on the new generation of wheat is just the beginning; it can solve many breeding problems in the future.

However, he did not take any further steps to plant on a large scale. Apart from breeding, Yaoling Agriculture mainly grows rice as a grain crop and has never grown wheat.

The north is the main wheat-producing area, but the company does not own any land in the north.

"I have a way to handle that, don't worry. But, will the seeds be able to keep up?"

“Breeding is definitely not a problem. We still have quite a few seeds left over, so I'll produce a few more.”

The two talked for almost an hour before hanging up.

The new generation of wheat is cold- and drought-resistant and belongs to the winter wheat variety. Developing spring wheat varieties based on this is not difficult, but there is no demand for it at the moment.

Therefore, large-scale planting will have to wait until autumn, so there's no rush.

A few days passed quickly.

Sun Shili called again: "Secretary Fang, I've acquired 50 mu of farmland in the Jianghuai region, which is very suitable for growing wheat. Would your Yaoling Agriculture be interested in contracting it?"

The main wheat-producing areas in China include the Jianghuai Plain, but it is not an easy thing to contract 50 mu of farmland there.

"Director Sun, how did you do that? This seems like a very difficult thing, doesn't it?"

It wasn't that Fang Wei didn't trust Sun Shili; she was just very curious.

"It's because of the approval from above that we have these favorable conditions. So, do you want these 50 mu of land? Let me tell you, you'll miss this opportunity if you don't take it now."

After listening to Sun Shili's explanation, Fang Weicai suddenly understood.

These 50 mu of farmland must be acquired. The fact that the higher-ups have spoken is equivalent to having someone's endorsement, and they will receive good treatment locally. It would be foolish not to go.

"Okay, let's try planting wheat then. I'll go there in three days, is that enough time?"

"You'll make it. Of course you'll make it. Just come over in five days, and I'll be waiting for you."

The two agreed on a time and place to meet and then ended the call.

Fang Wei then discussed the matter with Cai Tong, Hu Linwei, Lin Bingkun, and others, who all supported his decision. Lin Bingkun would accompany Fang Wei to Jianghuai. Contracting land to grow crops was a familiar business for Yaoling Agriculture.

However, the company has never grown wheat on a large scale before, but that's not a big problem. After the contract is signed, Lin Bingkun will recruit a large number of technicians and farm workers who are familiar with wheat cultivation.

With good compensation, what kind of talent can't you recruit?

noon.

Fang Wei, Lin Bingkun, and their group arrived in Jianghuai City and met Sun Shili at the agreed location.

The farmland is more than 100 kilometers away from Jianghuai City, but they first need to meet with relevant personnel from the competent department before going to the site for inspection.

“Secretary Fang, the city attaches great importance to this matter. They hope that Yaoling Agriculture can bring advanced management experience and technology to improve the local agricultural production level.”

Sun Shili chatted with Fang Wei and the others for a while before taking them to the city.

Jianghuai indeed attached great importance to this matter, sending a high-level reception team and giving Fang Wei and his group a lot of face.

The first meeting will likely involve little substantive discussion; it will be more of a formality.

At noon, the city arranged a luncheon. After everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, someone was sent to lead the group to the farmland.

Once they arrived at the fields, Fang Wei truly felt the charm of the Jianghuai Plain. This area had abundant water resources, flat terrain, and endless farmland that stretched as far as the eye could see.

“This area has the best farmland in our region and is also a major wheat-producing area. It was originally planned to be developed into an economic and technological development zone, but it was suspended for various reasons. However, the farmland was not destroyed.”

Accompanying Fang Wei and his entourage on their inspection tour was a secretary-general who provided a detailed account of the area's development history.

Lin Bingkun went to the fields to inspect them himself and found that the land was indeed fertile, with well-developed irrigation facilities. In fact, many people were willing to contract this land, but Yaoling Agriculture was given priority.

"Yes, these are all top-quality fields. If we contract this area of ​​farmland, where will we build the necessary living and office facilities?"

Fang Wei nodded and asked a related question.

"The city has taken this into consideration. Come with me, it's not far away. That area used to be the site of the project headquarters of the economic development zone, it's not basic farmland, it's enough for you to use."

The city is very sincere in building related office and living facilities, production facilities, etc., without occupying 50 mu of land, and it is given away for free.

Fang Wei and others followed the city officials to the project site. It turned out that the site was not far from the farmland, and the basic infrastructure was in place, making it very convenient for living and working in the future.

In addition, there is a town 12 kilometers away from the farmland, which is quite prosperous and convenient for shopping or consumption.

That evening, Fang Wei and his group stayed in the town, since they had arrived quite late in the afternoon and their investigation was not yet complete.

The next day.

The inspection continued until evening when the group returned to Jianghuai City.

“Secretary, I think these 50 mu of land can be contracted out. The natural conditions there are excellent, the transportation is convenient, and the farmland is very close to the national highway.”

After dinner, Lin Bingkun took the initiative to chat with Fang Wei; to be honest, he was tempted.

Fang Wei nodded and said:

"That's what I think too. Try your best to get some preferential terms later. Let me give you a heads-up, I plan to put wheat breeding here in the future. This is a very important trump card, so you should make good use of it."

Fang Wei will be going back in the next couple of days, and the rest of the matters will be handled by Lin Bingkun and others.

He considered the matter of breeding a new generation of wheat for a long time, and finally decided to breed it in the Jianghuai region.

On the one hand, the company's land resources are already very limited, and wheat breeding requires a large amount of land. On the other hand, it is to demonstrate Yaoling Agriculture's sincerity and gain a more favorable position in the negotiations.

"I understand! With this trump card, I believe the other side will take us seriously."

Lin Bingkun was somewhat insecure before, mainly because Yaoling Agriculture had not made any significant achievements in wheat breeding and wheat cultivation.

Although a new generation of wheat has been developed, the lack of data on large-scale planting means it doesn't prove anything. However, the commitment to local breeding is a different story, and the Jianghuai region will likely be very interested.

the next day.

Fang Wei left Jianghuai City, while Sun Shili returned to the capital.

Lin Bingkun and others stayed behind to negotiate with the city government, and Fang Wei would not interfere in the follow-up matters.

Just a few days after she returned to the village, Yaoling Agriculture signed a land contract with the local government. Jianghuai was very sincere, offering many preferential policies, the biggest reason being that the company agreed to set up a breeding center there.

After returning to the village, Fang Wei, together with the Yao village breeding team and the research institute, compiled data on the new generation of wheat.

This wheat variety, named "Nanfeng Wheat 327," boasts a yield of 1050 jin per mu (approximately 675 catties per hectare). It is prized for its excellent taste and high quality, making it a rare and premium wheat variety. (End of Chapter)