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

Time flies.

The comprehensive utilization plan for saline-alkali land in Fumin County was successfully completed and then handed over to Fang Wei.

Fang Wei wasn't very satisfied after reading it once, so he simply made the modifications himself.

Given the situation in Fumin County, it is indeed necessary to popularize water-saving irrigation systems, and large-scale planting of seawater rice is not advisable. Planting seawater rice consumes a significant amount of water resources, a point that must be taken seriously.

Because seawater rice can be grown in moderately to severely saline-alkali land, and this crop is very effective at absorbing salt from the soil, it is a powerful tool for improving saline-alkali land.

However, starting from the second season, you can consider planting other salt-tolerant crops, such as salt-tolerant soybeans and winter wheat rotation, salt-tolerant soybeans and winter rapeseed rotation, etc.

Fumin County has vast pastoral areas, so salt-tolerant alfalfa can be planted starting from the second season, which will help the development of local animal husbandry.

Based on the actual situation, Fang Wei quickly improved the entire plan and then handed it over to Ye Chen to deliver to Yang Feng.

"It seems that salt-tolerant wheat and salt-tolerant winter rapeseed are quite important."

Fang Wei sat alone in his office and couldn't help but sigh.

However, he still wouldn't urge the research and development center. If there really wasn't enough time, they could first introduce some salt-tolerant crops from Professor Ma as a transitional measure.

Next, Fang Wei doesn't plan to get involved in the comprehensive utilization plan for saline-alkali land in another county.

Having set an example, I believe Yang Feng and the others will be able to develop a good follow-up plan.

After a while, Ye Chen came back, holding a newspaper in his hand.

"Boss, a professor from Yinxia Agricultural Science Academy has published his research findings, which have attracted widespread attention. He has achieved good results by planting sea reeds to transform saline-alkali land."

"Bring it over and let me take a look."

Fang Wei then took the newspaper and waved for Ye Chen to go ahead and get busy.

He carefully read the report, then called Professor Ma and asked, "Professor Ma, how much do you know about the saline-alkali land improvement project of Yinxia Agricultural Science Institute?"

"I know Lao Ding's project very well. His results are okay, but far inferior to our seawater rice rotation program. Also, sea reeds don't have much economic value, so this project needs policy support."

Professor Ma spoke very directly, first affirming the feasibility of the other party's project, but stating that it was not cost-effective.

In particular, the overall effect is far from reaching the level of Juli Agriculture.

"Understood! When do you and Professor Lin plan to come and take a look?"

Fang Wei nodded, basically confirming that the project posed no threat to the company.

The two chatted for a few more minutes before hanging up.

The two counties that are cooperating with the company are very sincere, and the construction of the two 10-mu demonstration bases is progressing rapidly and should be completed before the snowfall.

After all, it's not a complicated project; it's just the construction of the site, leveling, and irrigation canals, which is actually quite easy.

In addition, the company has also sent capable personnel to build basic facilities such as offices, accommodations, and canteens at the two demonstration bases. Other facilities will be started next spring.

Juli Agriculture now owns 60 mu of saline-alkali land and has rapidly developed from an unknown small company into a leading enterprise in its niche market.

This is the benefit of having core technologies.

Fang Wei has been spending most of his free time at the R&D center lately. The company is not yet able to grow crops twice a year, and they are now waiting for the successful research on winter wheat and winter rapeseed.

Purchasing seeds of these two crops from outside sources is not an option, but the existing salt-tolerant crops have a low salt tolerance threshold, resulting in poor yield and quality. He doesn't want to ruin his reputation.

Based on the current progress, we should see results in the next year or the year after.

"Boss, we've discovered a variant of salt-tolerant winter rapeseed. Testing shows this variant has significantly enhanced cold resistance, but further planting is needed to verify its effectiveness."

For the past two weeks, Fang Wei wanted to take a break, so she took Pan Lianhua to the provincial capital.

The main purpose of going there was shopping, and also to enjoy a quiet life, and of course, all kinds of delicious food. To be honest, the food in Xiachu County is a bit monotonous; you can only find cuisines from all over the country in the provincial capital.

When Fang Wei returned to Xiachu County, Feng Xiaojiang excitedly came to his door.

The cultivation of salt-tolerant winter rapeseed has taken a turn for the better, and the surprise came suddenly, making the entire research and development center excited.

Mutant plants are rare and hard to come by; most of the time, even after five or six years of continuous cultivation, it is difficult to encounter such a good thing.

"Let's go take a look now."

Fang Wei couldn't sit still any longer and went to the experimental field of the R&D center with Feng Xiaojiang.

Now, all the important cultivation projects have been moved into the greenhouses in order to make good use of the entire winter.

He spotted the mutated plant in an inconspicuous corner; there wasn't just one, but dozens of them.

Fang Wei immediately ordered the staff to isolate the mutant strain, and to continue cultivating and collecting data after harvesting the seeds in preparation for the next breeding experiment.

Based on his experience, he judged that the mutated variety was very likely the cold-resistant variety he was looking for.

"Boss, should we conduct a cold resistance test in advance? Dozens of plants can yield a lot of seeds. If we hurry up and plant them in the field, they can overwinter directly."

Feng Xiaojiang suggested that cold-resistance tests be conducted as soon as possible; he was actually even more anxious than Fang Wei.

Fang Wei thought about it and agreed to the other party's suggestion. There should be quite a few seeds collected later; some could be planted in the experimental field to observe their growth performance throughout the winter.

The cultivation of salt-tolerant winter rapeseed is progressing smoothly, but the cultivation of salt-tolerant winter wheat has not made much progress. Fang Wei made the arrangements, and these matters will naturally be handled by specific individuals.

"Boss, someone is looking for you. The person says he's your nephew."

Just then, an employee ran over and said that the boss's nephew had arrived.

Fang Wei was genuinely surprised that Fang Tao would come to his door without calling. He then gave a few instructions and returned to his office.

"Tao Tao, you're such a grown man, why are you still launching surprise attacks?"

Fang Wei smiled and said when he saw his travel-worn nephew.

“I told you in advance that I was afraid you wouldn’t let me come! I’ve already gone through the procedures for medical retirement at my workplace. I’m really here to rely on Manman. If you don’t want me, I’ll have nowhere to go.”

After returning to the provincial capital, Tao Tao and Xiao Ya, after careful consideration, finally decided to leave their workplace.

His employer didn't make a big deal out of it; they just let him retire due to illness, and the procedures were completed smoothly.

Ultimately, he still wanted to work for his uncle, mainly because his uncle was exceptionally capable, and he wanted to learn more from him.

"Come on in, do you think I'd kick you out? Come home with me first, take a shower and get some rest for the night, and I'll give you some specific work to do tomorrow."

Fang Wei didn't waste any more words and immediately took his nephew back home.

Tao Tao then stayed at home for one night, and after his work is arranged, he will be given a separate dormitory.

The next day.

Fang Wei took Tao Tao to meet with the company's management team before heading to the R&D center.

"Tao Tao, you can work in the R&D center for now. If you don't like it, we can reassign you."

He had already thought it through yesterday, so as soon as he arrived at the R&D center today, he immediately announced that he was appointing Fang Tao as Feng Xiaojiang's deputy, that is, the deputy director of the R&D center.

Fang Tao has more seniority than Feng Xiaojiang, but he arrived later and can only be second to him.

"Thank you, Chairman. I will work hard."

Tao Tao expressed his gratitude, speaking with great tact.

Fang Wei didn't stay long. After settling her nephew in, she left the R&D center.

Feng Xiaojiang put Fang Tao in charge of the research on salt-tolerant wheat, and Fang Tao agreed without hesitation. In fact, his professional skills were quite good; otherwise, he wouldn't have won so many awards.

Moreover, Fang Tao holds the title of researcher, so Feng Xiaojiang faces considerable pressure as a result.

Now that the two of them are each in charge of a research project, there shouldn't be any conflicts for at least a while.

Fang Wei set a salary for his nephew that was similar to that of Feng Xiaojiang, which was at least twice as much as Tao Tao's previous salary at his workplace.

The rest is up to Tao Tao's own ability; he won't interfere all the time.

night.

Fang Wei received a call from her older brother, who inquired about Tao Tao's situation and expressed his satisfaction with Fang Wei's arrangements.

"Third brother, this kid has a terrible temper. You should hit him or scold him as much as you want. Don't hold back."

"No, Tao Tao is a very good kid. He will work hard as long as he is given the opportunity."

Fang Wei and her older brother talked for almost an hour before ending the call.

this day.

Fang Wei was sitting in his office reading documents when Ye Chen hurriedly walked in.

"Boss, I heard that Deputy Director Fang Tao and Director Feng got into a fight. Do you want to go and see?"

Many people in the company know that Fang Tao is the boss's nephew, and Feng Xiaojiang knows it too.

As a result, the two had a fight not long after they got together, and Ye Chen didn't know how to tell his boss.

"Hmm? Let's go to the R&D center."

Fang Wei frowned and then rushed over.

When they arrived, they learned that Fang Tao and Feng Xiaojiang were arguing because of technical differences. The more they argued, the angrier they became, and their voices unconsciously rose.

To outsiders, this may just look like an argument, but there is a fundamental difference.

"It's fine for the two of you to argue about technical issues, you can argue however you want behind closed doors, but don't forget that you are the heads of the R&D center, one is the director and the other is the deputy director. Don't you care about the impact at all?"

Fang Wei immediately lost her temper and told the two of them to go to the conference room and argue until they were done before coming out.

Yang Feng arrived at the R&D center shortly afterward, spoke with the two men, and criticized their behavior.

That was the end of it. After their argument, the two were laughing and joking again, as if nothing had happened.

Fang Wei was speechless at the sight. Both of them were technical talents and neither of them were good at handling interpersonal relationships, so they were pretty much evenly matched.

He ignored the two of them and turned to return to his office. (End of Chapter)