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Sweet potatoes, corn, and potatoes were probably introduced at the same time and have fed millions of people throughout history. The population was able to grow significantly in the late feudal era thanks to these high-yield crops.

Although Pei Jun has been asked to find someone else to purchase the grain, this does not conflict with the plan. It would be more convenient to get a few more batches before selecting the grain varieties.

The old housekeeper had not returned yet, but the gardener arrived first.

Zhang Chao said, "Tell the guests how to grow sweet potatoes."

The gardener lowered his head and recounted his planting process.

Weng Xiaoxiao listened patiently, but the success of a planting could not be considered as experience, it could only be considered as having reference value.

But the gardener said that the sprouted sweet potatoes could be stored in the soil, which would not rot but promote growth. This suggestion was very advisable. She was worried about how to transport them back.

After the discussion here, the old butler came in with the deed.

Weng Xiaoxiao read both copies carefully and thought for a moment, "I also hope that Mr. Zhang can add a sentence in the contract to guarantee that the sweet potatoes are in good condition and can be used as seeds."

If the shipped seeds cannot sprout, the price would be too outrageous. The contract is a constraint on both parties, so whatever you think of will naturally be included.

"It's easy to make sure the product looks perfect, but whether it can be used as seeds is hard to define."

This is indeed difficult to define, Weng Xiaoxiao nodded.

"Then write it down, make sure the sweet potatoes are smooth and undamaged, in good shape, firm and free of black spots."

Zhang Chao blinked. "It must have met these requirements when it was newly bought, but after a month or so of tossing and turning on the sea, it's hard to say after it arrives. If it's in good condition, it's good if it can reach 60% to 70%."

When transporting fresh produce, loss is inevitable.

"Loss and loss is normal, but that's something you need to worry about. It's naturally included in the price of the goods."

In business negotiations, there is naturally a give and take, and both parties strive to maximize their own interests. Weng Xiaoxiao refused to give in.

Zhang Chao then looked at Weng Xiaoxiao seriously. He thought she was a stupid person with a lot of money. She agreed to the deposit of 500 taels without hesitation. It turned out that she was waiting for him here.

The other party's request was not excessive, so Zhang Chao agreed after a brief thought, "Then let's do as Mr. Weng asks." He picked up the pen and added specific requirements for the goods on the two contracts. After finishing, he gave them to Weng Xiaoxiao for review.

After no more objections, Weng Xiaoxiao signed and sealed the document.

Zhang Chao took it, signed and stamped his fingerprints, kept one copy, and gave another copy to Weng Xiaoxiao.

Weng Xiaoxiao took a look at it, accepted the deed, then took out five hundred taels of silver and handed it over.

"Please also sign the receipt, Mr. Zhang."

Although he is young, he does things flawlessly.

Zhang Chao checked the banknote, wrote down the receipt, and signed his name.

After completing the formalities, Weng Xiaoxiao said with a smile: "When the goods arrive, I will ask Mr. Zhang to hire a car to send them to Yangzhou for me. The cost will naturally be paid by me."

As long as you are willing to pay, it will be easy to find people to do the job. You can send it over and collect the balance. Only mutual benefit can lead to long-term cooperation.

"Yes, it will save you from wasting your manpower."

"I have another unwelcome request. Can you give me the sweet potato seedlings from your garden?" These few are too few. How many rounds of planting are needed to promote the market? Weng Xiaoxiao had to shamelessly ask for them.

I've already received five hundred taels, so why would I care about these extras? !

"No problem, butler, you go and arrange it."

Soon, the servants brought in several large flower pots. The sweet potatoes in them had begun to grow, and the leaves were green, which made Weng Xiaoxiao very happy. With these, the trip was worthwhile.

"The gardener said that these sweet potatoes have not been given any special care. It's OK as long as they are not short of water, but they can't be watered too much either."

Rhizome plants like loose soil and are drought-tolerant but not water-tolerant, which Weng Xiaoxiao knows.

After finishing the work, it was inconvenient to stay and disturb others. Weng Xiaoxiao asked Xiaokong to call a car to transport the sweet potatoes.

"My two brothers, I have gained a lot from this trip. Thank you very much." Weng Xiaoxiao said goodbye politely.

The two returned the greeting, "Mr. Weng, you are very polite. It is our honor to meet you."

"Welcome to Yangzhou. I am willing to play the role of a good host."

"If I go to Yangzhou, I will definitely bother you, young master."

People came and went, chatting and laughing.

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Sweet potatoes take up too much space in pots, and a car can't fit many pots. The bumpy road can easily damage them. Along the way, Weng Xiaoxiao was thinking about what to use to hold the sweet potatoes.

As she walked, she suddenly remembered that her father used a wooden barrel to grow potatoes, and it was specially customized with an opening at the bottom.

It is safest to use wooden boxes for loading. Look for those that are a little bit broken, or have some holes in them artificially so that water can pass through. This is the safest way.

Only after making up her mind did Weng Xiaoxiao feel completely relieved.

"Brother, what did you buy? I saw you gave it to him for five hundred taels without even blinking an eye." Kang Bao asked, expressing everyone's thoughts.

"This is a treasure. It's edible and has a good yield. I heard from the gardener that it is drought-resistant and is very suitable for planting in the north. It is also suitable for dry fields in the south."

"It's a bit too risky to know what we don't know yet."

High yield has been verified by later generations. If fertilizer and water are sufficient, a yield of 10,000 catties per mu can be achieved. Even if the current farming level is relatively backward, a yield of 1,000 catties per mu is no problem.

You should know that now a rice yield of 300 to 400 kilograms per mu is considered a high yield.

No matter how unpalatable sweet potatoes are, they are still food that can keep people alive.

By this calculation, no matter how expensive the seeds are, it is not a loss to do this. However, Kangbao's idea is a very normal way of thinking for ordinary people, and it is not wrong.

"My purpose here is to find some high-yield crops with strong adaptability. You have to try everything before you know it."

Well, the money was earned by my sister, so she can spend it however she wants. She just doesn’t understand, not that she disapproves.

Kang Bao figured it out quickly, and holding Weng Xiaoxiao's arm, he said, "Brother, are we ready to go back?"

"It's time to prepare to go back. The water should have receded. Our family has suffered a great disaster, so we need to bring some things back."

"Bring food?" Chunxia asked.

"We have some at home, so we don't need to buy more for now. There are so many disaster victims on the road, it's not safe to carry food with you on the road."

Thinking of the flood, Weng Xiaoxiao's expression became serious. "After a disaster, there will be an epidemic. I want to bring some medicine back."

"Kangbao, calculate how much money we have left. Leave the money aside for the journey and give it to Xiaokong to buy the medicine."

"Brother, what herbs should I buy?"

Weng Xiaoxiao was stunned when she heard Kang Bao's question. Yes, what to buy? She didn't know anything about Chinese medicinal materials. It was not a good idea to ask about this matter openly. If she told them, they would raise the price.

The treatment prescription should be tailored to the symptoms, but some preventive herbs can be prepared.

"Let's buy some more dried wormwood, and then go to the medicine store to get some sachets of insect repellent."

This is the safest method. After all, they don’t understand and have limited money.