The county magistrate's daughter only wants to farm

"Cough cough cough..." Gu Huaiyi was choked and kept coughing.

Xue came forward and patted him on the back, looking at Gu Yin in a reproachful manner: "You kid, look how scared your father is..."

Gu Huaiyi recovered and waved to Xue: "It's okay..."

Then he looked at Gu Yin helplessly: "Tell me, what kind of planting competition is this?"

He just mentioned spring plowing, so why did it make her think of the competition?

We have just finished the Lantern Festival and this event is not over yet, and there is another competition?

This girl can't bear to see him idle...

But, can farming be a competition? How?

However, Gu Yin didn't care what his father thought, and gestured excitedly: "Isn't it just time to prepare for spring ploughing? I was thinking about whether I could get the people to plant more actively. Of course, I'm not saying that they are not diligent enough, but most of them only know how to work hard and don't know how to change. Let the county government take the lead in organizing a competition to stimulate them to actively try different planting methods. Maybe we can increase grain production instead of just relying on the little experience accumulated by generations."

"It sounds good, but it's just a different planting method. The way people farm has always been similar. How about trying this?"

Farmers basically rely on their own accumulated experience to farm. Villagers in different villages don’t interact much with each other, let alone communicate with the outside world about their farming experience. Moreover, even if some old farmers have mastered some skills, they will not easily share them with others.

“Well... the county government can consider collecting folk planting techniques, and if they are indeed reasonable and useful, give certain rewards. Who knows, there might be unexpected gains?” Since ancient times, masters have emerged from the common people. In this age without industrial fertilizers, there must be many people who have explored different techniques.

Gu Huaiyi pondered for a moment after hearing this: "Ning County is so big, it's not easy to organize this planting competition, and it's also difficult to evaluate how to rank them. Rice is okay, it can be determined directly by the yield per mu, but I'm afraid that won't work for other things."

"Hehehe, Ning County is not that big, there are only about ten villages. Let the head of each village gather some representatives, and the county government will pass the matter down. It won't be that difficult." In Ning County, his father is the biggest boss, and everything can be said with his say. "As for the types of crops to participate in the competition, we can only choose one or two crops for the first time. First of all, rice can definitely be included in the scope. As for the others, did Dad forget about sweet potatoes?"

"Uh... I really didn't think of it at the moment. It's just..."

Gu Huaiyi was a little hesitant. It wasn't that the competition couldn't be held. It just took more thought. He was just worried that he hadn't considered it carefully enough. Farming was a top priority for both the people and the court. If it caused any negative impact, he would become a sinner.

"Dad, if you have any concerns, you might as well tell me." Gu Yin saw her father's troubled look and couldn't help but ask.

"I've never heard of a planting competition before, and there's no place to hold it. I'm worried that if something goes wrong during the event, it will be hard to explain..."

"Everything has a first time. If you have to consider perfection in everything you do, then you will lose motivation. Besides, this competition is just to add a little bonus to the villagers' planting. What can go wrong?"

"If Daddy is really worried, send more people to the village to supervise and inspect regularly, and find ways to solve problems in a timely manner when they are discovered."

"As the saying goes: The brave will die of overeating, and the timid will die of starvation!" Gu Yin excitedly clenched her fist and cheered, "Daddy, running away won't solve the problem. Go forward bravely. I believe you can do it!"

Seeing his daughter's attitude of not caring about the trouble, Gu Huaiyi pointed at her in annoyance and said, "Girl, you are just a county magistrate, so you can talk without any worries. Once the county government comes forward, it represents the face of the government, so it can't make decisions casually."

"But your idea is indeed good. If the county government sets up a little prize, the people may be more motivated to farm in order to get the reward."

"It's just the specific matters. I'll talk about it after I think about it carefully."

Although Gu Huaiyi spoke more conservatively, this competition will most likely be held.

"Okay, then Dad, you must think it over carefully. If you need my help, I will definitely do my best to help you!"

There were many things that needed to be considered in this matter. Gu Yin stopped urging her. Her father was not an incompetent person, otherwise he would not have been able to manage Ning County in such an orderly manner in just a few months.

Seeing that the two had almost finished their conversation, Mrs. Xue smiled and said, "Only you, Yin'er, have so many clever ideas. Look how busy your father is..."

"Mother...you are really wronging me. As the saying goes, one should do his job well. Daddy has been running around for the people of Ning County. I just wanted to offer some advice because I saw how hard Daddy is working..." Gu Yin looked aggrieved.

If Gu Huaiyi didn't really care about the people, Gu Yin wouldn't have rushed to offer advice. Wouldn't it be better for him to do business and make money in private?

But then again, having a father like this county magistrate must be a hundred benefits to her with no harm in sight.

"Yes, yes, you are right..." Having such a husband and children, Xue felt proud, but sometimes also felt quite distressed.

Because of Gu Yin's suggestion, Gu Huaiyi went to the county government office early the next morning to discuss the competition matters with someone.

Gu Yin was stopped by Manager Fang who came to visit her.

Ever since Manager Fang learned the greenhouse vegetable cultivation technique from Gu Yin, he has been very passionate about this technology. He spends every day in the greenhouse managing his vegetables and even goes to the fields for a walk during the Chinese New Year.

Fortunately, his wife and family now live with him on the farm, otherwise there might be another family dispute caused by the husband not being home every day.

Gu Yin's restaurant and the wealthy families in Ning County were able to eat fresh vegetables during this cold time thanks to the vegetables grown by Manager Fang.

"Manager Fang, please take a seat. How come you have time to come and see me?" Gu Yin greeted Manager Fang with a smile.

Pearl also served hot tea at the right time.

"Thank you, Miss. I didn't mean to disturb you, but there is something I really don't understand, so I have to ask you for help." Manager Fang said respectfully.

Gu Yin waved her hand: "Manager Fang, you are too polite. You are just helping me. There is no such thing as disturbing me or not."

"I just don't know what the matter is. Even Manager Fang can't handle it?" Manager Fang is an expert in growing crops, and Gu Yin only knows a little bit about it.

"Miss, the rapeseed is about to bloom..." Manager Fang asked directly, "I would like to ask Miss, when will the rapeseed flowers bear fruit, and what should be done with them afterwards?"