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

Wang Muqi is concurrently the head of the breeding center. Starting this season, the breeding of [Hai Dao 012] will begin, with a breeding scale of only 2000 mu for the time being.

Seawater rice and alfalfa were planted in the field. The company has a lot of agricultural machinery and enough staff, so the sowing work went smoothly.

Before she knew it, Fang Wei had stayed here until May.

May Day, Labor Day.

Fang Wei treated Wu Jiang to a meal to express his gratitude for the county's strong support for the company.

“Secretary Fang, the county has limited funds and can’t help you. You really have a way to get support from the Agricultural Development Bank.”

Wu Jiang and Fang Wei clinked glasses, and then Wu Jiang couldn't help but sigh.

This time, he truly witnessed the power of Juli Agriculture. The project support loan was directly transferred from the Agricultural Development Bank to the company's account, amounting to a full 100 million yuan.

This was something he hadn't expected at all, which shows how powerful Fang Wei and his group are.

In reality, neither Fang Wei nor Professor Ma possessed extraordinary connections. The main reasons they were able to obtain the Agricultural Development Bank's support loan so quickly were twofold.

The first point is that Fang Wei's fame is so great that the other party can provide support without any pressure.

The second point is the management and comprehensive utilization of saline-alkali land, which aligns with the policy's encouragement direction, and the Agricultural Development Bank of China has tasks and requirements in this regard.

Of course, Professor Ma also has some connections, which objectively promoted the progress of this matter.

"It's not that we have a solution, it's just that we happened to be in the right place at the right time."

Fang Wei smiled but did not acknowledge the other party's statement.

Wu Jiang didn't mind. Truly capable people are always humble; only half-baked people can make a lot of noise.

When is Secretary Fang planning to leave?

Wu Jiang knew that Fang Wei was a very busy person, and it was rare for him to stay in Xia Chu County for so long this time.

"I'll be leaving in a couple of days, Secretary Wu. I hope you'll help me out in the future."

"It should."

The two chatted happily and before they knew it, they had finished a bottle of baijiu.

Two days later, Fang Wei and Yang Feng left Xiachu County and returned to their village.

"Third Brother, you've been away for quite a while. Have the housing units at the Xia Chu base been completed yet?"

Pan Lianhua originally wanted to go to Xiachu County, but she thought finding accommodation would be a hassle.

Fang Wei had called earlier to say that the base was building housing for the company's senior executives, all of which were red brick houses with yards. She was quite interested in living there for a while.

"It will be ready soon, in at most two more months it will be habitable."

Brick-concrete structure housing is relatively simple and can be completed quickly.

Fang Wei knew what his wife was thinking, and he thought it was a good idea. He figured they should have their own place to live when they went back in July.

the next day.

He arrived at the office, where Secretary Du handed him the accumulated documents.

Fang Wei finished the task in just one morning, then called Yang Feng in to discuss it, and handed over some of the work to Cai Tong again.

Now, Cai Tong, the vice chairman, has more power than Fang Wei, the chairman. If this continues, Fang Wei will become nothing more than an "honorary chairman."

"Assistant Yang, you'll be taking up a position at the group company after the autumn harvest this year. Go and call Secretary Du in; I need to talk to her about something."

Fang Wei didn't want to delay Yang Feng's progress and planned to have him take a position at the group company as soon as possible.

The position of director of Yaoling Group is quite good. Judging from his future development, he may become a pivotal figure in the company.

"Ok."

Yang Feng nodded in agreement, but seemed uninterested in becoming a director of the group company.

He's been struggling with his decision lately, and is increasingly inclined to follow Fang Wei to Juli Agriculture. However, he hasn't made a final decision yet, so he hasn't said anything.

A moment later, Du Wanyi came in.

"Chairman"

"Please sit down! I called you here because I want to talk to you about something. Have you thought about where you want to develop your career? If you want to stay in the group company, I can put you in a position in the administration department, at least at the deputy minister level."

Yang Feng and Du Wanyi have worked hard and diligently for him all these years, and their work abilities are outstanding.

He had already planned to step down, but before leaving, he made sure to arrange things for the two people around him. He arranged for Yang Feng to join the board of directors as a director, and for Du Wanyi, his secretary, to work in the group company's administration department.

They are either the head or deputy head of the administration department.

"Oh? Chairman, do you have other plans? I'll listen to you, I have no objection to whatever arrangements you make."

Du Wanyi naturally wanted to go to Guangzhou. The way out arranged for her by the other party completely exceeded her expectations, and she was very satisfied.

After saying this, she couldn't help but stand up and bow to Fang Wei.

"No need for that, you deserve it. Alright, that's settled then. You'll start working at the company after the autumn harvest this year." Fang Wei waved his hand with a smile. Du Wanyi's attitude was always very proper, and he liked people who were perceptive like her.

Du Wanyi then left the office, the smile on his face slowly fading, still somewhat reluctant to leave the Yaoling Group that he had built from scratch.

However, he still decided to retire and live behind the scenes.

Next, he will focus on developing Juli Agriculture and strive to create miracles on saline-alkali land.

Late May.

Fang Wei and Pan Lianhua visited Shenzhen again to check on the research progress of salt-tolerant soybeans.

After several rounds of breeding and selection, current soybean varieties can now grow in saline-alkali soil with a salinity of no more than 0.6%.

“Secretary, this is a huge step forward. Soybeans are usually difficult to grow in saline-alkali soil, but now the salt tolerance threshold has reached 0.6%.”

The person in charge of the experimental field and the technicians were all very excited when they met Fang Wei.

Following Fang Wei's plan, they successfully cultivated a salt-tolerant soybean variety. The salt tolerance threshold reached 0.6%, which thrilled them; they felt they had accomplished their mission.

"Yes, it's really not easy. The next step is to try small-scale breeding. Also, please prepare some salt-tolerant soybean seeds for me. I want to take them to the Northwest for testing."

Fang Wei felt that reaching the critical value of 0.6% was already quite good. It didn't matter if the yield was a little lower, since he could continue to cultivate the crops at the Xia Chu base anyway.

He then approved a bonus for everyone, with key personnel receiving an average of 1 yuan.

Everyone cheered immediately; the material rewards were quite attractive, and no one disliked them.

Fang Wei obtained the salt-tolerant soybean seeds and immediately sent them to Wang Muqi and others, instructing the research center to continue cultivation. Planting trials are not needed yet, as he was not entirely satisfied with the yield.

Breeding has begun in the experimental tidal flats. Even though the varieties are not yet finalized, there are many places where they will be needed.

During the breeding process, Fang Wei adjusted the attribute values, hoping to further increase the yield.

The couple spent a week in Shenzhen before heading to Guangzhou.

“Secretary, you’ve put all the burden on my shoulders. I’m afraid I can’t handle it.”

When Cai Tong saw Fang Wei, she couldn't help but start complaining.

It wasn't because the work was tiring, but mainly because there were too many rumors circulating within the company, and he couldn't easily clarify them.

"What's there to be afraid of? You and I both represent the cooperative, which means we represent the company's shareholders. You are fully qualified to take over my work. Stop complaining; I still have some work to hand over to you."

Fang Wei expressed a strong desire to retire, but even if he moves behind the scenes, he will still have a great influence on the company.

After thinking for a while, Cai Tong finally understood what the other person meant. It seemed that she had really been overthinking things.

Over the next few days, Fang Wei handed over most of his authority to the other party, leaving only a few key powers.

He then convened a board meeting and nominated Yang Feng to serve as a director, which was unanimously approved. Yang Feng's current position is director and assistant to the chairman of the group company.

He then spoke with Hu Linwei and others, and arranged for Du Wanyi to serve as the deputy director of the company's administration department and the chairman's secretary.

These two will leave Fang Wei's side before the end of the year and then focus on their work at the group company.

“Secretary, it seems you’re determined to retire. I can’t stop you, but you can’t stand idly by if the company needs anything in the future.”

night.

Cai Tong treated Fang Wei to a meal, and when they talked about their early days of starting a business, both of them couldn't help but sigh.

"Chairman Cai, don't worry. I founded Yaoling Group from scratch, and it's like my own child. No matter what difficulties we encounter in the future, I will work with you to find a solution."

There have been many people saying that Yaoling Group will eventually become the Fang family's business.

Fang Wei scoffed at this argument. If he had such intentions, he would have privatized the company long ago. Why would they be here spouting nonsense?
He felt he had a clear conscience, having led Yaoling Group to where it is today and enabled its members to live a good life.

From now on, whether it's internal or external, anyone who tries to disrupt this favorable situation will be Fang Wei's enemy, and he will never stand idly by.

"Secretary, if you really retire, what are your plans?"

Cai Tong didn't think Fang Wei was putting on an act. He understood Fang Wei; Fang Wei disdained such low-level things.

"I will continue to work on seawater rice, and I will probably spend most of my time in the Northwest."

Fang Wei didn't say much; he knew his own plans well enough and there was no need to announce them to others.

He has always been a low-key person. Compared to his previous life, his greatest achievement in this life is that he can completely take control of his own life.

three days later.

News reached Guangzhou that Fang Wei had been elected as an academician due to his outstanding achievements in breeding.

This was a great honor for him. Although it would not change his status or bring him a lot of money, he was still so excited that he couldn't sleep all night.

Pan Lianhua even laughed at him, saying, "How can someone so old be so impatient?"
In fact, his wife was even more excited than he was.

Fang Wei then went to Beijing with Pan Lianhua, where he specially invited Sun Shili and others for drinks. Wang Lin happened to be in the area on a business trip, so they all got together. Wang Lin had also contributed a lot to this matter.

Now that the dust has settled, all the words I wanted to say can be summed up in one simple "Thank you!" (End of Chapter)