However, the base does not ignore these seeds after they are sold.

Anyone who buys seeds must be a member of the base and have an ID card, and the purchase record must also be synchronized to the ID card.

The growth cycle of new seeds is shorter. For example, rice and wheat basically mature and can be harvested in four months.

Corn, sweet potatoes and sorghum will take about two months.

As for potatoes, they can be harvested in a month.

As for production, the base has also conducted thorough research.

All those who bought seeds had to hand over 30% of the harvest to the base after the crops matured, and the rest was theirs.

This practice is somewhat similar to that of decades ago, when farmers were required to pay public grain.

In the past, Su Nian would never have thought that he would be able to experience this system firsthand in this life.

There is a sense of novelty, and I can understand why the base does this.

After all, there are constant natural disasters and man-made tragedies nowadays. The base has a lot of people to feed, and we also have to find ways to store more food to face future difficulties.

After listening to all this, Feng Xiuli remained silent and her expression was very serious. I guess she was thinking in her mind whether farming was profitable or not.

Seeing that Feng Xiuli didn't say anything, Su Nian and the other two also didn't say anything.

After a long while, Feng Xiuli came back to her senses and said with determination, "I want to try!"

Wang Dacheng immediately raised his hands in agreement, "I agree!"

Feng Xiuli found the staff and the first question she asked was not about seeds, but about water sources.

"We want to grow crops, but where do we get water for irrigation?"

The staff was very friendly and asked with a smile, "Where do you live now?"

"It's at No. 348 Xingfu Street. It's a big yard."

The staff member typed on the computer, confirmed the address, and continued, "You can get groundwater in your area. You can dig a well first. This will not only be able to irrigate the land, but also make it convenient for you to use water yourself."

After hearing the staff member's next words, Feng Xiuli knew that they would have to be responsible for the cost of digging the well themselves.

"What about insect pests? Do we need to buy pesticides?" Feng Xiuli asked again.

The staff patiently answered, "No, the new varieties of crops are not prone to pests. If you want to produce more food, you can buy nutrient solution."

You don't have to ask to know that the nutrient solution is certainly not cheap, and it is also unknown how much it can increase production.

Feng Xiuli is not an impulsive person, and this matter does not require her to make a decision immediately. After asking, Feng Xiuli led them out of the seed store.

Back in the car, Feng Xiuli said, "Let's go find the well-drilling team first and dig a well, otherwise we will have problems with water supply.

As for the farming issue, I will discuss it with everyone after I return."

"Okay! I'll do as you say."

Wang Dacheng said this and started the car.

Su Nian looked at Wang Dacheng, then at Feng Xiuli.

She didn’t know if it was her illusion, but she always felt that Wang Dacheng seemed to treat Feng Xiuli a little differently.

Before Su Nian could figure out what was going on, the car stopped again.

The well-drilling team does not have a store. After entering the gate, there is a large yard with quite a few electric tricycles. Each vehicle is loaded with well-drilling tools, water pipes, etc.

As soon as they entered the yard, someone came up to them and asked if they wanted to dig a well.

When Feng Xiuli was talking to that person, Su Nian noticed that there were other people looking over here, and each of them had a complicated expression.

Su Nian also heard someone whispering, "How come he got there first?"

Someone nearby whispered, "It's because he has sharp eyes and quick feet! Let's continue waiting!"

"Wait! So many people came yesterday, and many of the empty houses and yards in the base have been rented out. There are many people who need to dig wells! Are you still worried that there will be no work?"

Listening to their whispers, Su Nian finally understood what was going on.

These people were from the well-drilling team. Their cars were parked in the yard and they were waiting at the door.

When someone comes in, it depends on who has the sharpest eyes and quickest feet to pick up the customer.

This is what it means to truly make a living by your own ability!

It's not just about the ability to dig wells, but also about having sharp eyes, quick feet and the ability to speak well.

Maybe some people just come in to ask questions and don’t really want to dig a well!

At that time, it will all depend on the eloquence of the well digger!

But now the man digging the well doesn't have to worry about it, because Feng Xiuli really wants to dig a well.

"How much do you charge for digging wells?"

"It's charged by the meter. Two contribution points per meter. It depends on how deep the well is."

"Who will take care of the water pipes? Where is the water pump?"

"Look at what you said. If it's you who used it, then of course you paid for it!"

Feng Xiuli was a little embarrassed, but she also knew that this person was telling the truth.

Not to mention now, even before the end of the world, you had to buy these things with your own money.

“The price…”

"The water pipes are not expensive, one contribution point per meter. As for the water pump, it's up to you to choose. Generally, you can buy one for 20 contribution points. If you want something better, they are available at all prices."

While listening to the well digger's words, Feng Xiuli was also doing the math in her mind.

With this calculation, she doesn’t know if the few contribution points left in her card will be enough!

Su Nian had been listening at the side without saying anything, but now she spoke up, "Do you have a water pump? Can we take a look first?"

"Of course! Come on, I'll take you inside to have a look!"

As they walked in, Su Nian asked Jing Mo in a low voice, "Can you pick a water pump?"

"meeting!"

Jing Mo's answer was very sure. Su Nian looked at him in surprise and asked, "Have you used a water pump before?"

Could it be that the people in Interstellar also need to draw water?

"No! But there is nothing I don't understand about mechanics. I have read all the books on the subject that you have collected."

Su Nian, "!!!"

Although she had indeed seen Jing Mo reading books frequently, she had never thought that Jing Mo actually gained what he read!

Before Su Nian could recover from his shock, they had already entered the house.

"We have all our water pumps here. We have them at all price ranges. Can I introduce some to you?"

Jing Mo waved his hand, "No need."

As he said that, Jing Mo walked forward and took a look himself.

After looking around, Jing Mo pointed to one and said, "I want this one. Thirty contribution points, right?"

The well diggers didn’t expect Jing Mo to choose so quickly. After a moment of hesitation, they nodded, “Yes!”

"How do I pay the bill?"

"Swipe...swipe your ID card!"

Su Nian quickly walked to the counter, took out his ID card, and swiped the card to make the purchase.

It was so fast that Feng Xiuli and Wang Dacheng were stunned.