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

This year, the number of ducks raised by the team has also increased to 3000, most of which are hatched in poultry houses, and a small number are purchased from outside.

Although Fang Yunying has a low level of education, she works very hard and her work has also been recognized by the two team leaders.

"Yunying, you can start raising ducks in the rice paddies. You're a little short on manpower here, so I'll transfer two educated youth over to you later."

The educated youth became the labor force supplement of the team, going wherever they were needed.

The second team has four tractors, as well as rice transplanters, water pumps, threshers and other agricultural machinery. In fact, there are enough people to farm.

The shortage of labor was mainly in sideline businesses, such as forestry, animal husbandry, and the newly opened bamboo factories, which all became places where educated youth were diverted.

In the second team, the educated youth found a sense of belonging, and the living conditions were not bad, so there were not so many troubles.

But in other communes, conflicts between educated youth and members were not uncommon.

For example, some people knowingly stole chickens from members' homes, and some members bullied educated youth, etc.

If this kind of thing happens too often, it will definitely have a bad impact. If we want to resolve the conflict, it depends on the management level of each production team.

"Linlin, just be content. Don't get mad at Captain Fang all the time. I'm telling you, he's already married, so don't be a bit of a fangirl."

That night, Jiang Xia and Chu Linlin were lying on the bed chatting.

Jiang Xia couldn't help it and pointed out Chu Linlin.

Ever since this guy recovered from her last illness, she has been secretly staring at Captain Fang. Her eyes follow him wherever he goes.

Without saying anything else, just look at her eyes, it's definitely unrequited love.

"I didn't, don't say anything. Sister Lianhua is very good to us. How could I do such a wicked thing? I call it admiration. Do you understand?"

Chu Linlin burst out laughing and spoke her true feelings for the first time.

To be honest, she really admired Fang Wei. Putting aside his handsomeness, his willingness to take responsibility and his willingness to repay kindness made him a true man.

She didn't think about what to do, she just admired it purely.

"It's okay to appreciate it. Just handle it yourself. I won't say more."

Jiang Xia was skeptical and soon fell asleep.

the next day.

Accountant Liu went to the educated youth group and called a few people for help. Together with his fifth uncle, he selected 20 fat pigs and went to the commune to hand in the live pig task.

Yu Hao is another active member of the educated youth group besides Jiang Xia. Basically, he will be the first to stand up when someone calls for help.

Today was no exception. He and several other educated youth followed the team's tractor to the commune.

[Pigs are produced, points +6320, total points: 522666 points.]

The team earned nearly 4000 yuan, and there were still 174 pigs left in the pig farm.

However, at the end of last year, eight sows on the pig farm successfully became pregnant and will give birth in a few days. By then, the number of live pigs in the team will increase significantly again.

After finishing the work, Accountant Liu gave everyone an hour to go to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy what they needed.

We reunited an hour later and returned to the team together.

Yu Hao and several educated youth went to the supply and marketing cooperative, bought some matches, kerosene and other things, and then turned around and walked out.

It’s not that they don’t need much, but they are short of money.

"Yu Hao, long time no see."

At the door of the supply and marketing cooperative, Yu Hao met an acquaintance.

Liang Xueqin was also an educated youth, but she was not in the Xiatang Brigade. Instead, she was assigned to another brigade.

It was still early in the afternoon, so the others continued to go shopping, while Yu Hao and Liang Xueqin found a relatively quiet place to talk.

"Liang Xueqin, are you taking a break today?"

"No, I came to the commune with the team leader to do some work. I'll be leaving soon."

"Me too. I just finished my assignment today and went to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy some things."

The two stood there and chatted for a while, then someone called Liang Xueqin, and the other party said goodbye and left.

Yu Hao also returned to the meeting point. After everyone arrived, they took a tractor back to the second team.

Accountant Liu saw that Yu Hao was very clever, so he would sometimes ask him to come along when he went out to do something. Yu Hao's help wasn't free; he was willing to help for work points, so he was naturally happy to do so.

After a few visits, Yu Hao became a frequent visitor to the team headquarters.

"Yu Hao, come with me."

In the morning, Fang Wei called Yu Hao and went to the forestry area together.

Gao Shanqing recently contacted him to inquire about where to transplant the saplings. The yews needed to be transplanted higher, while the nanmu trees were more adaptable and would be best transplanted below halfway up the mountain.

Fang Wei planned to conduct an on-site investigation before making a decision.

"Captain, the trees on the mountain are growing so well."

Yu Hao looked at the chestnut forest in the distance and the nursery not far away, and couldn't help but sigh.

"Yeah, it will be better in the future."

Fang Wei responded with a smile and looked around.

Occasionally he would measure the length, width and other data with Yu Hao, and would quickly come up with a plan in his mind.

Nanmu has deep roots, can prevent wind and soil consolidation, and has fire protection functions. It can be planted as a shelterbelt in hilly areas.

At the same time, nanmu also has the characteristics of purifying the air and having good sound insulation effects.

So he decided to transplant nanmu trees from the edge of the forest area to the foot of the mountain.

After the nanmu trees are fully formed, they become the village's protective forest belt. The economic value of nanmu trees is also very high, and they can be cut down in an orderly manner after they are mature.

Afterwards, he took Yu Hao to the mountain to find Gao Qingshan and told him about his plan.

"This plan is feasible. We will start transplanting later."

Fang Wei defined the scope for Gao Qingshan, and the transplanting work began immediately.

This year's task is to transplant yew and nanmu trees. Some trees such as elm, jujube, camphor, tung, white magnolia, ginkgo, etc. will be planted in the middle of the woods to increase the diversity of tree species.

There is no rush for this work and it is planned to be completed within three years.

"Yu Hao, go ahead and do your work. I'll go around by myself."

After coming down from the mountain, Fang Wei sent Yu Hao away. There were no vacancies in the team right now, otherwise this guy would be quite suitable to be a team leader.

As a result, less than twenty minutes after he and Yu Hao separated, the other party came to find him again.

"Captain, someone's coming from the district. Captain Zheng wants you to come over."

Last month, the local administrative plan was adjusted, the original district was abolished, and the Xiangling District was established, with Xinlin County still under its leadership.

Nothing has actually changed, only the name has changed.

Fang Wei rushed to the team headquarters and met Zeng Qing. "Hello, Director Zeng! Welcome to the Second Team to guide our work."

"Haha, Captain Fang, long time no see. We came to take a look at the breeding base. Since our sign is hanging here, I feel obligated to inspect your work."

Zeng Qing smiled and shook hands with Fang Wei, appearing approachable.

At this time, a female comrade who came with Zeng Qing quietly walked up behind Fang Wei and whispered, "Director Zeng is now the director of the regional agricultural bureau."

The word "positive" represents that the other party has made another step forward.

"Congratulations, Director Zeng."

Fang Wei congratulated them with a smile, and Zeng Qing waved his hand, looking very proud.

Afterwards, Fang Wei led Zeng Qing and his team to the fields and experimental fields, focusing on introducing the [Nanguang No. 2] hybrid rice and the progress of breeding work.

He did not mention [Nan Guang No. 3]. At this stage, the main promotion is [Nan Guang No. 2] rice varieties. The release of new varieties needs to be appropriately delayed. It would be bad to say too much now.

"Hybrid rice yields can reach 1,000 kilograms per mu, which is truly amazing! It's a pity that your breeding can only be carried out locally. If it could be promoted throughout the region or province, how much more grain production could be increased?"

On the one hand, Zeng Qing highly praised the breeding achievements of the second team, but on the other hand, he felt very sorry.

However, he did not say much. The hybrid rice seeds cultivated by the second team, including the second-level rice seeds cultivated by various production teams, can basically cover the entire county.

This is also remarkable, as it has completely removed the label of a poor county.

Next, Zeng Qing and others took a tour of the second team, checking the [composting yard], [pig farm], [poultry house], etc. They felt that the second team's side business was also doing well and was developing vigorously.

"Your bamboo factory is pretty good. These bamboo products and furniture are very unique. Why don't you run it well?"

Zeng Qing finally came to the bamboo factory. He was very interested in the factory's products, but the factory's production seemed to be in a semi-stagnant state.

He frowned and turned to ask.

"It's like this. We currently have enough staff and raw materials, but the sales channels haven't been opened yet, so we can't produce at full capacity."

The bamboo factory was just starting out and the shipment volume was relatively small, so production also slowed down.

After Fang Wei explained it, Zeng Qing understood.

"It's a pretty good product. I'll bring some small items back and ask for your help."

Zeng Qinghe is very familiar with the business system of the entire region, and his wife works in the regional commercial bureau, so he plans to ask for help.

Fang Wei quickly expressed his gratitude to the other party. This was really a pleasant surprise. If the market in the entire region could be opened up, the bamboo factory's products would have no trouble selling.

noon.

Zeng Qing and others had dinner at Fang Ping's house.

Tian Guihua made the local [fried blood duck] and some mountain products. Zeng Qing and others enjoyed the meal very much.

Of course, the old rules still apply: cadres must pay food coupons and money when they go to the countryside to eat at members' homes.

Fang Wei did not refuse. This was a matter of principle, and others could not agree to it unless he wanted to.

"Captain Fang, can you sell some seeds to Qinghe County? Old Xu from Qinghe County has told me more than once that they don't want fixed-grade rice seeds, but second-grade rice seeds will do."

After dinner, Tian Guihua brought tea.

Zeng Qing suddenly spoke up and made a request on behalf of Qinghe County. The "Old Xu" he mentioned was Director Xu of Qinghe County, and the two had a good relationship.

"I'm sure there's no problem here. The second-grade rice seeds are mainly concentrated in our Xiatang Brigade and the entire Yaoling Commune. I still need to discuss this matter with Director Zheng of the commune."

Fang Weizi had no objection. Theoretically, the second-grade rice seeds were more than enough to supply the entire county, and the excess could be distributed anywhere.

But he couldn't make the decision on this matter and had to go to Zheng Xianfa.

"Well, Director Zheng will be here this afternoon. Let's talk about it then."

Zeng Qing stopped talking and chatted with Fang Wei about other things.

in the afternoon.

Fang Wei took Zeng Qing and others up the mountain. Zeng Qing was very happy when he saw the vast nursery and the endless chestnut forest.

"You still have some ideas. Are all the chestnut trees bearing fruit?"

"The trees bore fruit last year, and the returns were pretty good. We're planning to plant nanmu trees between the nursery and the foot of the mountain, and yew trees above the chestnut trees."

Fang Wei introduced the team's plan to Zeng Qing and others, and Zeng Qing nodded repeatedly.

The second team not only does a good job in breeding, but also has a vibrant sideline business. The environment here is very beautiful, the vegetation on the mountain is lush, and the artificial afforestation has already yielded results.

Zeng Qingzhen felt that it was a waste of Fang Wei's talent to be a production team leader.

night.

Zeng Qing and others stayed at the homes of some members of the commune, while he and another male comrade lived in Fang Wei's home.

Fang Wei's place is spacious and there are many empty houses, so it is completely suitable for living.

After dinner, Zheng Xianfa hurried over.

"Director Zeng, I'm sorry, but the county has an impromptu meeting this afternoon and no leave is allowed. Have you looked around today? Do you have any instructions?"

"Not really instructions, but I personally think Team Two has done an excellent job in all aspects and deserves great praise. Director Zheng, I have something I'd like to discuss with you."

Zeng Qing didn't care that Zheng Xianfa couldn't make it in the afternoon. He first praised the work achievements of the second team, and then changed the subject and talked about the supply of rice seeds to Qinghe County.

Zheng Xianfa was a little embarrassed and thought for a long time before nodding.

"Director Zeng, I can agree to Qinghe County's request, but I don't have the authority to transfer them directly. You still have to inform the relevant departments."

"As long as you agree, don't worry about the rest. I will transfer it through formal channels."

The two reached a consensus that this matter had nothing to do with Fang Wei. After all, Team 2 did not produce inferior rice seeds.

the next day.

Zeng Qing visited other production teams and returned to Xiangling City in the afternoon.

A few days later, the Regional Commercial Bureau hired relevant personnel from various counties to inspect the bamboo factory of the second team.

"Dear leaders, these are the mats, lounge chairs, coffee tables and cabinets produced by our factory. Our products are made of moso bamboo, golden bamboo, purple bamboo and other bamboos from the depths of Dayao Mountain. They are beautiful and durable."

Pan Lianhua, the person in charge of the bamboo factory, introduced their products to everyone.

The beautifully crafted mats, pillows, cushions, and various utensils and furniture left a deep impression on everyone.

Under the coordination of the regional commercial bureau, orders were placed from all over the country, requiring the bamboo factory to deliver on time. Although the orders from each company were small and more of a trial nature, they added up to a considerable amount, with the value of the goods reaching 5 yuan.

This made Pan Lianhua very happy. After the people left, she organized everyone to work overtime and added more staff in time.

Fang Ping and Wen Gong also often come to help. Recently, both of them are not busy and spend half a day in the bamboo factory.

"Lotus, when the factory is too busy, you can call in more people to help. These temporary workers can be paid on a piece-rate basis, and the factory just needs to ensure quality control."

There are many members in the team who are very clever and skilled. With a little learning, they can easily make some simple bamboo products. (End of this chapter)