Chapter 482: Gratitude

These words of Prefect Lin came from the bottom of his heart, and were not meant to flatter Shen Huazheng and other Beijing officials.

Magistrate Li and the other Northwestern officials also looked at Shen Huazheng with gratitude in their eyes.

In their eyes, these officials in the capital are simply living Bodhisattvas, especially Shen Huazheng.

Lord Shen is simply the lucky star bestowed by God to them in the northwest.

Chen Huazheng couldn't stand their pious looks and quickly changed the subject.

"I told you before that you shouldn't plant just one crop on a piece of land. Do you remember?"

In order to truly realize "multiple utilization" of the land in the northwest and maximize the value of each piece of land, Shen Huazheng thought of many methods.

In addition to three-dimensional cultivation, she also told Prefect Lin and agricultural officials not to plant a single crop.

Different crops absorb nutrients in the soil differently, and crop rotation can restore and improve soil fertility.

If only one crop is planted on a piece of land for a long time, it will lead to nutritional imbalance of minerals in the soil.

Some nutrients in the soil that are absorbed in large quantities are seriously deficient, while other nutrients cannot be fully utilized.

It is necessary to improve land use efficiency through reasonable planning so that a piece of land can be planted with multiple crops, combining crop rotation and intercropping.

During the gap between the main crops, some nitrogen-fixing crops, such as beans, can be planted. They can not only increase soil fertility but also reduce the occurrence of diseases and pests.

Without waiting for Prefect Lin and Magistrate Li to respond, the agricultural officials nodded in unison, and then began to answer at once, just like good students who were asked questions by their teacher in class.

"Remember, remember, Lord Shen said that we can't just plant one crop on a piece of land all the time, we have to rotate them."

"Yes, Lord Shen said that different crops should be planted on the same land in different seasons to avoid soil fatigue caused by monoculture."

"Yes, yes, I remember it very clearly. At that time, Lord Shen also said that one of the reasons for firing large flower pots with wheels was to make it easier to move crops, and another benefit was that it was easier to change the soil."

"If Lord Shen hadn't said that, I really wouldn't have thought that the existence of the big flower pot had this purpose behind it."

The clerk kept nodding in a corner where no one noticed. Of course he remembered.

Not only did he remember it clearly, he also wrote down every word that Lord Shen said at the time.

The clerk looked at the densely recorded notebook in his hand and felt a sense of pride.

Even if he is no longer around in the future, the information he recorded personally will still be passed down.

Perhaps, when future generations mention potatoes and three-dimensional cultivation, they will also remember him as the clerk.

You don't need to remember anything else, just know that this information was recorded by a man named Ji Jun.

That's enough.

Prefect Lin and County Magistrate Li, who had never been able to get a word in: …

Why are you saying so much? Are you afraid that others don’t know how much you know?

Can't you answer more slowly? You guys have already said everything. What else can others say?

Seeing that the "students" listened very seriously and reviewed their lessons after returning home, Shen Huazheng was very satisfied.

She smiled and said, "Just remember this. With proper planting and management, this place will soon be transformed."

Magistrate Li thought of another thing: "By the way, someone just reported that the reservoir will be completed tomorrow. The drip irrigation circulation system will also be completed soon. Lord Shen, would you like to go and take a look?"

In order to maximize the use of water resources to irrigate crops, Shen Huazheng used drip irrigation and circulation irrigation when making the three-dimensional cultivation design.

She even discussed a large drip irrigation circulation system with people from the Ministry of Industry.

The northwest has little precipitation, but some places still have their own natural water veins.

As long as it is used properly, it can save water and increase crop yields.

The principle of the large-scale drip irrigation circulation system is the same as that used in the vegetable building and the "sky garden", except that after the drip irrigation system is completed, the water will be introduced into the fields.

This method can be used throughout the Northwest region wherever there is a suitable water source.

County Magistrate Li had already seen the drip irrigation circulation system, and when he learned that Yuzhang County could build a large drip irrigation system, he was immediately ecstatic.

Prefect Lin was so happy that he was about to float with joy. He asked people to find a group of highly skilled craftsmen and started building the system under the guidance of officials from the Ministry of Works.

In addition, Shen Huazheng also suggested that County Magistrate Li dig a reservoir to store the limited rainwater for use in irrigating the fields.

At the beginning, officials such as Prefect Lin had doubts about Shen Huazheng's ability because of her age, but now they basically do whatever she says.

As long as Lord Shen agrees, any drip irrigation system or water reservoir will be built.

Shen Huazheng smiled and said, “Okay, let’s go and have a look tomorrow.”

She has been busy planting potatoes and vegetables recently and has no time to go to the construction site.

But she knows the progress of both the drip irrigation system and the water reservoir clearly.

From big things like people from the Ministry of Works leading craftsmen to measure water sources to small things like laying each pipe and irrigation details.

The key to the drip irrigation system lies in the sealing of each pipe and the uniformity of water flow. Every detail must undergo rigorous inspection and testing, and no mistakes are allowed.

When talking about water reservoirs and drip irrigation systems, people from the Ministry of Industry's eyes sparkled with excitement.

During this period of time, they have been busy every day, getting up early and going to bed late.

We strictly control everything from the materials used to the entire construction process, and never relax for a moment.

Although when completing Mr. Shen’s three-dimensional cultivation design, the Ministry of Engineering also made a drip irrigation system.

But compared with the large-scale drip irrigation systems that can be introduced directly into the fields, what was done back then was simply child's play.

Now it is finally completed, which brings them a great sense of accomplishment.

When everyone came out of the experimental field, it was noon again.

Chen Huazheng originally wanted to go back to the inn to eat as usual.

But Prefect Lin and Magistrate Li refused, saying that they had already prepared a banquet and Shen Huazheng and others must attend.

Seeing that it was really difficult to refuse, Shen Huazheng had to ask someone to go back and inform Zhou Ying that she would not be back at noon.

The drinking table is the best place to build good relationships and maintain connections with others.

Everyone drank fine wine and ate delicious food.

After a few more words, the atmosphere became lively and everyone seemed to be closer.

But Chen Huazheng hates these drinking culture and social events the most.

Basically, except for the department dinners held by Sinong Temple, she would try to turn down other social engagements.

Of course, apart from the three giants of the imperial palace, no one in the entire Daliang could force Shen Huazheng to attend any party.

The reason why she attended this banquet today was not only because Magistrate Lin and County Magistrate Li were so enthusiastic, but there was another more important reason.

Prefect Lin told Chen Huazheng that there were various dishes made with mutton on the table, including steamed lamb.

When Shen Huazheng heard it, she immediately became interested.

She had also eaten steamed lamb in her original world. This dish was reproduced from ancient books.