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

Virtual stocks only grant the right to receive dividends, but do not have voting rights or the right to be bought or sold.

If an employee leaves the company, the company will repurchase their virtual shares at the original price.

Professor Ma and Professor Lin both supported Fang Wei's approach, and ultimately decided to take 20% of the company's total share capital and invest it in a virtual stock pool.

The implementation details were formulated by Yang Feng and others, while Fang Wei only played a supervisory role.

Having virtual shares is equivalent to having the right to receive dividends, which motivates everyone even more. Of course, the number of shares must be linked to contribution; simply coasting along won't do.

Next comes the rapeseed harvest season. Wang Muqi arranged for everyone to pick the rapeseed, leaving the stems and leaves in the ground so they could be used as green manure after the land was turned over.

Time flies.

The spring planting season has finally arrived, and the entire company has made preparations.

With Yang Feng's command, various large agricultural machines entered the fields, and the annual spring planting officially began.

In addition to 10 mu of [Zihua Yan 002] alfalfa, this year's main crop is [Yandou 001] soybeans, and there is also some seawater rice.

The specific policy is to implement "rice-oilseed rotation", planting winter rapeseed or winter wheat in winter.

This will greatly improve land utilization and significantly increase economic benefits.

"Boss, the rapeseed yield statistics for this season are out. The average yield reached 503 jin, and the total yield was 25150 million jin."

That morning, Ye Chen excitedly walked into Fang Wei's office with the statistical report in hand.

【Xiyou 023】Winter rapeseed exhibits good salt and alkali tolerance as well as cold resistance, and its yield has reached the top level in China.

"Wow, such a large output! This is promising."

Upon hearing this, Fang Wei quickly picked up the report and glanced at it, then burst into laughter.

But then he frowned and asked, "What did Manager Yu say? Are there any problems with sales?"

Although the sales department had already begun to expand sales channels, he was still worried, after all, the rapeseed had successfully survived the winter this time, which was much better than expected.

"Manager Yu said that sales are not a problem, the main issue is with pricing, because our transportation line is too long."

For the same price, the longer the transportation route, the higher the cost; this is a very simple principle.

Now it depends on whether local manufacturers can absorb this increased production. If they can't, they'll have to sell it elsewhere.

"Well, I understand."

Lowering the price isn't a big problem, but Fang Wei is thinking about the long term.

Later, he called Hu Linwei and Liang Wenhui separately to ask if they needed more rapeseed.

Both were interested in this additional supply, but both hesitated, mainly due to transportation issues. This stemmed from both the cost and the delivery time.

Fang Wei wasn't in a hurry. If neither side wanted it, he could have Yu Hao talk to other manufacturers.

Yangcheng.

After learning that Juli Agriculture had begun producing rapeseed in large quantities, Hu Linwei immediately convened a management meeting.

Everyone felt that it was not easy for the village secretary to start a business, and even though the transportation route was relatively long, it was worth buying as long as the price was right.

Lu Zhiwen clearly had more in mind, and he concluded by saying, "Could we build an oil pressing plant locally? As long as we sign a long-term supply contract with Juli Agriculture, we won't have to worry about raw materials."

"President Lu, your idea is good. How about this, you go and check it out with the Party Secretary first. If it's feasible, we can start this project."

Hu Linwei and Lin Bingkun exchanged opinions and thought Lu Zhiwen's suggestion was very good.

Previously, our company's edible oil sales in Northwest China were very limited, partly due to transportation issues. If we were to build an oil pressing plant in Xiachu County and its surrounding areas, the rapeseed oil produced could be sold directly in Northwest China, saving us a significant amount of costs.

Ultimately, everyone reached a consensus and decided to let Lu Zhiwen go and investigate first.

a few days later.

Fang Wei met Lu Zhiwen in Xiachu County.

"You guys have quite the ambition, actually wanting to build an oil pressing factory here. Come on, let me show you around first."

He also thought Lu Zhiwen's idea was good, but he didn't say much. He then drove the group to look around the county town, the town, and the farmland.

That evening, Fang Wei arranged a banquet in the county town to treat Lu Zhiwen to dinner.

"Secretary, I never imagined you'd build such a sizable agricultural company in such a short time. Researching salt-tolerant crops has always been a challenge; you're truly amazing!"

Lu Zhiwen spoke from the heart, not just saying nice things.

If it weren't Fang Wei, no one else could have developed several salt-tolerant crops with world-class advanced levels in such a short period of time.

Whether it's 【Sea Rice 012】, 【Salted Bean 001】, 【Purple Flower Salt 002】, or 【West Oil 023】, they are all remarkable.

"I wouldn't say I'm particularly skilled; I just enjoy breeding work." Fang Wei smiled and waved his hand, then changed the subject.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, Fang Wei returned home, while Lu Zhiwen stayed in the county town.

the next day.

Lu Zhiwen officially contacted the Xiachu County authorities. After that, he investigated the local environment, went to the provincial capital to investigate the market, and even traveled to several northwestern provinces.

Upon returning to Guangzhou, he submitted a detailed investigation report to the company, concluding that it was entirely feasible to build an oil pressing plant in Xiachu County.

After a company meeting, the resolution to build a factory in Xiachu County was passed and then submitted to the board of directors. While small investments typically don't require board approval, the investment in building an oil pressing plant is substantial, necessitating the formalities.

After Lu Zhiwen left, Wu Jiang would frequently visit Juli Agriculture.

He was well aware of Fang Wei's connection with Yaoling Group, and every time they met, he would ask Fang Wei, either openly or subtly, to say a few good words for Xia Chu County.

Xiachu County has virtually no industry, so attracting investment is basically wishful thinking. This time, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity has presented itself, and Wujiang is determined to seize it no matter what.

Fang Wei could only give them a perfunctory response; his status made it unsuitable for him to get involved in this matter.

If Yaoling Group is willing to invest in and build a factory in Xiachu County, he will sign a supply contract with them to ensure the supply of raw materials. However, he will not interfere with their decision-making and will not say a word more than necessary.

Just as Wu Jiang was feeling restless, Lu Zhiwen arrived in Xiachu County again.

"So, you agree to build an oil pressing plant here?"

Lu Zhiwen still came to see Fang Wei first. He needed to make sure that there was no problem with the supply of raw materials before he would talk to Xia Chu County about building a factory.

"Yes, there were basically no objections to building the factory this time. The company's rapeseed oil is not performing well in the Northwest market, which is partly due to the long transportation route. This time, the company is determined to conquer the Northwest market, so the oil pressing plant must be built."

There are many factors to consider when seizing market share, and cost is naturally a key factor.

Lu Zhiwen not only gave an affirmative answer, but also explained the reasons.

“Sure, as long as you’ve thought it through, Juli Agriculture will definitely give you our full support. We can prioritize supplying you with rapeseed; you can discuss the specifics with Yang Feng.”

Fang Wei nodded, happy for Wu Jiang.

It's a good thing that Xiachu County can receive a large investment; at the very least, it will boost local employment and tax revenue.

Next, Lu Zhiwen negotiated with Yang Feng. The matter was relatively simple, and the two quickly signed a rapeseed supply contract.

After securing the supply of raw materials, Lu Zhiwen went to the county to find Wu Jiang.

The remaining negotiations were largely a foregone conclusion, a two-way street, and the deal was finalized for Yaoling Group to invest in and build an oil pressing plant in Xiachu County.

Before long, the Xiachu County Oil Pressing Factory began construction. As expected, money makes things easier, and the factory site was chosen in a town not far from Juli Agriculture.

"Boss, what should we do with the rapeseed we have?"

Yu Hao had just returned from outside a few days ago and, after hearing about this, came to find Fang Wei.

Even if the construction of an oil pressing plant is done at the fastest speed, it still takes six months to a year. There is a large amount of rapeseed oil in stock now. Are we going to wait until the other party's plant is completed before we can sell it?

"Haozi, are you being stubborn? There will be another harvest next year, right? Besides, the supply contract we signed won't be implemented until next year. Try to sell as much of the rapeseed in stock as possible, and leave the rest to the oil mill."

Fang Wei felt there was no need to deliberately stockpile inventory; the portion that could be sold should be sold as soon as possible, and the rest could be dealt with later.

"Hehe, I was just worried you'd try to be a pushover. I've already struck a deal with an edible oil company in Jincheng. They need a large quantity of rapeseed oil, and the deposit will be transferred to our account in a couple of days."

Yu Hao chuckled, relieved of his worries.

Before returning, he had already signed a supply and sales contract with a company in Jincheng, and they agreed to pay a deposit first. But after returning, he heard that Yaoling Group was going to build an oil pressing plant in Xiachu County, which terrified him.

He knew Fang Wei's feelings for Yaoling Group and was afraid that the other party would agree to some unreasonable conditions.

Fortunately, his worries did not come true.

"Just say what you want to say, why are you testing me? Get lost, come to my house for dinner tonight."

Fang Wei laughed and cursed, then kicked Yu Hao out.

the next day.

The deposit from the company in Jincheng was transferred to Juli Agriculture's account, and the full amount will be paid when the other party comes to pick up the goods.

Thanks to the efforts of Yu Hao and his sales team, the rapeseed oil sales have been very successful, and there is basically no need to worry about it not selling.

As for the raw material supply for the oil mill, that's a matter for next year, when new rapeseed will be produced.

"Boss, the salt-tolerant rapeseed variety [Xiyou 023] has passed the national review. Professor Ma said he has applied for several awards for the company, and it should win an award if nothing unexpected happens."

That morning, Ye Chen went into Fang Wei's office and reported a situation to him.

[West Oil 023] With the successful large-scale planting of winter rapeseed, Professor Ma immediately began a series of operations, and there's even a chance he might win a major prize. (End of Chapter)