Chapter 342: Establishment of a two-province special zone?
One branch, conference room in the field area.
A complete regional map of four counties was spread out on the conference room table.
Su Wenchen was still discussing the subsequent planning of saline-alkali land with Hou Guozhong and Cao Jiwen.
Hou Guozhong looked at the place Su Wenchen drew on the map with a pencil, and started calculating with a notebook.
"Director, aren't you allocating too much land? Our rabbit population is large enough to produce three more litters by the end of the year."
"Although the number of birds will increase exponentially as time goes on, according to our breeding department's internal estimates, the final scale will be around 50,000 by the end of the year."
"Also, based on previous experiments, to manage the saline-alkali land here, at best, we need to apply hundreds of kilograms of anti-alkali rabbit fertilizer per mu of land to see initial results."
"That is to say, by the end of the year, we can only complete the salinization and alkali treatment of 10,000 to 20,000 mu at most."
Su Wenchen put down the pencil in his hand and shook his head.
"I know what you mean. I don't intend to completely manage all of these newly designated saline-alkali lands."
"Leaving half for comparison will show how effective our land treatment has been!"
As he spoke, he pointed to a place on the map.
"If we take control of the saline-alkali land on both sides of the abandoned Yellow River channel, then this entire area on both sides will be ours."
"This place is less than five kilometers away from the nearest Huangkou Station on the Longhai Railway. When the time comes, all the output from our farm can be delivered to Huangkou Station."
"This is much closer than the 40 kilometers to Tongshan Station."
For Su Wenchen, this is actually preparation for the future, because everything is planned economy now, and there is actually no need to calculate any economic accounts.
Whether it is far or near, the transportation capacity is provided by the state.
But things will be different after the reform and opening up. At that time, state-owned enterprises will also need to participate in market competition. If there is a train station next to the farm at that time, the problem of cargo transportation will be much more convenient.
However, Hou Guozhong still hesitated.
"This requires too much land. Will the local authorities object?"
"Even if there's nothing wrong now, Director, it wouldn't be good to ruin our relationship later!"
Su Wenchen thought about the development speed of their farm and shook his head.
"As long as we develop quickly enough, they won't have any objections. They might even thank us for driving the development here."
Thinking about the four counties in front, each of them has their own thoughts on their farms.
Su Wenchen felt that with this level of unity, it would be difficult to develop without their participation.
But this is a good thing for him.
When their farm develops a little in the future, they will definitely need the surrounding counties to develop supporting industries.
It is a good thing for him that the four counties are not united.
If we really work together, it would be difficult for him to ask for a price!
Just when a few people were discussing.
There was a knock on the door outside.
"Director, Deputy Director Guo sent someone to inform us that the director of Su Province is here in person."
"It's right over there at the construction site!"
When Su Wenchen heard this, he was immediately disappointed.
"Are they the only ones who came? No one from the neighboring Anhui Province came!"
Hearing Su Wenchen ask this, Zhou Qiang shook his head.
"He shouldn't have come yet, otherwise Deputy Director Guo wouldn't have failed to remind him!"
Su Wenchen nodded and spoke directly to the two people in the conference room.
"Let's go! Go greet them."
"It's a pity that only one family came!"
However, when Su Wenchen walked out of the venue quickly, he unexpectedly found two rows of convoys.
One of the old men was wearing an old military uniform, and the other was wearing a normal white shirt.
When he walked over, the two were still insulting each other.
"Old Song, you're quite agile! You rushed over from Feicheng so early."
"Why didn't you even say hello to us before coming here? I'd like to let them treat you well first!"
Hearing this, the other party snorted coldly, and Director Song in a white shirt snorted coldly.
"Same here, didn't your old man Xu also come from Jinling?"
"As for the treat, I dare not accept your treat. I'm afraid you will leave me there and sneak over here first!"
"You think I don't know you? You look carefree on the surface, but you're full of bad intentions."
Hearing this, Director Xu, who liked to wear old military uniforms, was not to be outdone.
"Give me back some bad water!"
"Who has more thoughts than you? Don't think I don't know what you're thinking? I tell you it's impossible!"
After saying this, he pointed to the various construction equipment and engineers from the engineering regiment that had already started to enter the site.
"See? They've already sent us a letter asking us to assist in the construction of Blue Water Farm."
"You definitely don't have a chance, so I think you should just go back to where you came from!"
"Don't waste your time."
Director Song was unmoved after hearing this.
"I'm not going to discuss this with you. Besides, our province has also received news that we should fully cooperate with Blue Water Farm to complete this reception mission."
Especially when he looked at Su Wenchen who was coming over, he looked at him meaningfully.
"And, Old Xu, you're now the owner of someone else's farm? You're treating it like a farm in your province!"
"Tsk tsk! Let me see! If I stay here any longer, you old man will eat me up sooner or later."
Upon hearing this, Director Xu immediately puffed out his beard and glared.
"Bullshit, when did I ever say that?"
The two were bickering.
Su Wenchen also came over at this time, and he hurried forward to interrupt the two people's argument.
"Two leaders, I am Su Wenchen, the farm director. We are all guests who have come from far away. It is our farm that has failed to provide us with the best hospitality."
Before Su Wenchen finished speaking.
Director Xu walked straight towards Su Wenchen and slapped his shoulder hard with his palm as big as a palm fan.
He spoke directly without any politeness to Su Wenchen.
"Su kid, I'm telling you, don't listen to his nonsense. He just wants you to move. The roads over in Su County are so bad that even a donkey cart would have to go over a ditch to get there!"
"You can't fall for their tricks!"
Hearing this, Director Xu immediately became angry.
"I'm right here, and you're just lying like that!"
"What do you mean by 'donkey carts over here have to dig into a ditch? Go dig one for me and see.'"
"Director Su, don't listen to his nonsense!"
"Our old district in northern Anhui is indeed not as well-developed in transportation as theirs, and we are indeed a little poorer now, but our people in the old district are not afraid of hardship and are all looking forward to you building the second sub-district!"
"I'm not like him, trying to play tricks on you. I'll just say it directly: come over and take whatever you want. I'll give you whatever you want!"
"I only have one request. The employees for your farm must be recruited from our local area. As long as we can make them self-sufficient, that's all."
When Su Wenchen heard this, to be honest, he didn't expect the other party to be so direct and not beat around the bush at all. After a pause, Su Wenchen led the way directly inside.
"Two leaders, come here anyway!"
"This isn't the place to discuss things. Why don't we go to the conference room and discuss it?"
"Although our main task now is to complete foreign affairs reception work, the original intention of building our farm here was to help this area get rid of poverty!"
Hearing Su Wenchen say this, Director Xu nodded.
"You're right. Although foreign affairs reception work is important, we must not forget our original intention."
Soon, Su Wenchen brought the leaders of the two provinces into the conference room.
After walking into the conference room, Director Xu looked at the map spread out on the table and the various plans written on a blackboard in the front.
Curiously, he looked over and observed.
Su Wenchen said a little embarrassedly.
"Please forgive me, leaders! This happened so suddenly that we didn't have time to prepare, so we're a little confused here."
Hearing Su Wenchen's words, the other party immediately waved his hand.
"Hey, this is what work looks like!"
"A conference room that's so clean, without even a speck of cigarette ash, is obviously rarely used."
After hearing this, Su Wenchen first asked both groups of people to sit down.
He also said this to Ren Dachuan who came over after hearing the noise.
"Old Ren, go to the cafeteria and see if they have any herbal tea left. Go get a pot."
Hearing Su Wenchen say this, Director Song immediately waved his hand.
"Director Su, there's no need to bother with this kind of hospitality!"
"Just tell me directly, do you want to build a branch in northern Anhui?"
"We will definitely fully cooperate with you. I can even transfer a few engineering regiments from the provincial military region to help you."
“The support is definitely greater than theirs!”
"What do you mean by bigger than us? We are just the first batch of support! Xiao Su, if you need anything, just tell us directly. We are ready to support you at any time."
Su Wenchen saw that the two were about to quarrel again, and he knew that this was a way for him to express his opinion.
However, he was actually in a difficult position because if he took one side, he would offend the other side.
He actually knew very well that the two of them were actually focusing on foreign affairs reception.
Receptions of this scale usually involve the highest local leader coming out to entertain the guests.
With Su Wenchen's current level, there is no way he can sit at the first table.
Since my level is not high enough, I can only ask someone with a high enough level to come forward. Obviously, the only two people in front of me who are high enough to sit at the first table are him.
Although no one said it explicitly, Su Wenchen was also aware of the impact of this matter on these two people.
Seeing the two people's eyes asking him to express his opinion, Su Wenchen also knew that there is no such thing as a free lunch in the world.
Even if it is a good thing, if it is not handled properly, it can easily cause hidden dangers in the future.
So after pondering for a moment, Su Wenchen spoke slowly.
"I know how much the two leaders value our farm, and we feel very honored!"
Hearing this, the two were obviously dissatisfied, especially Director Xu who said directly.
"Don't be like Old Song. Just say what you want to say. Why are you being so flowery?"
Upon hearing this, Director Song, who was sitting opposite, glared at the other person, but did not say much.
Obviously he also wanted to see Su Wenchen's attitude.
Seeing this, Su Wenchen directly unfolded the map and pointed at the two areas.
"Okay!"
"Then let me be direct. Leaders, I believe our region can develop in a coordinated manner."
"If our two provinces work together, it will be easier to get out of this situation."
Hearing Su Wenchen say this, Director Song narrowed his eyes and looked at the area on the map.
"That's interesting. Young people have big appetites. They want to eat up the land and manpower of two provinces."
Su Wenchen said directly without changing his expression.
"Director Song, you misunderstood me. I'm doing this for the benefit of the people in the northern part of our two provinces."
"Oh! Then I'd like to hear what you think about us!"
Su Wenchen immediately organized his words in his mind, and then spoke slowly.
"Two leaders, you should all be aware that no matter which province we are in, the development of the northern part of our country is quite average."
"Especially in the four northernmost counties, due to the impact of the Yellow River's previous course after it burst its banks, there are large amounts of saline-alkali land within the counties, making it impossible for many communes to be self-sufficient."
"We even often need assistance from higher authorities."
Hearing Su Wenchen's words, Director Song raised his eyebrows.
"You're right, but this was indeed an extra burden for us before."
"But don't you have that rabbit fertilizer that can help treat alkali?"
"Once this is managed, it will no longer be a burden, but land that can produce food."
Su Wenchen shook his head.
"Director Song, let's not talk about the scale of the alkali rabbit control. Even if it is really controlled, how does Director Song plan to develop it?"
Hearing this, the other party was stunned, and then said with some confusion.
“How does what develop?”
"Isn't it enough to be able to grow food? You also need to develop industry!"
Su Wenchen also knew that many leaders at that time were of military origin. Although they were in charge of both military and political affairs at the local level, they were not very proficient in economic development.
So he just shook his head.
"I'm not good at developing industry, but our farm can still develop animal husbandry!"
"Our farm is doing quite well in terms of the current development of our country's livestock farming industry."
Hearing Su Wenchen's words, Director Xu waved his hand.
"You don't have to be modest, kid. Your Blue Water Farm is indeed a leader in the development of the domestic aquaculture industry."
"But what does this have to do with us? Stop changing the subject."
Obviously, although Su Wenchen had been trying to divert the topic elsewhere, the two of them were still most concerned about the issue of foreign affairs reception.
Su Wenchen also knew that simply changing the subject would be of little use, so he directly expressed his thoughts.
"Two leaders, I understand what you both mean, so I think that in our northern region, you two leaders can consider cooperating with each other for development."
"We can definitely develop this area into a livestock farming center in East China."
“We have a lot of advantages here that other places don’t have right now.”
"First of all, the transportation conditions here are sufficient, connecting the four provinces. Whether traveling north or south, it is very convenient."
"Secondly, developing the livestock industry requires a large amount of food. We may not have sufficient conditions here right now, but we have great potential."
"These saline-alkali lands will become ready-made granaries in just a few years. Especially with the introduction of our fertilizer industry, grain production will surely increase gradually in the future."
"Especially our neighboring provinces of Shandong, Henan, Jiangsu and Anhui are all major grain-producing provinces."
"With the introduction of the fertilizer industry and the management of saline-alkali land, our grain production will definitely increase."
"Once our people have enough food and clothing, their demand for various meats will definitely increase."
"By that time, this region will no longer be a burden to our two provinces, but a help to us!"
After hearing Su Wenchen's words, the two leaders fell into a brief contemplation.
After Su Wenchen's analysis, they also felt that if grain production really increased gradually in the future.
So there is indeed great potential for developing the animal husbandry industry, and both of them are aware that the biggest problem restricting the animal husbandry industry is food supply.
However, with the gradual introduction of the fertilizer industry and even the beginning of contact with the United States, both of them know that the introduction of various industries will definitely become more frequent in the future.
In this case, the development of the animal husbandry industry does seem to have some potential, if this impoverished area in the north can really be built into an animal husbandry center.
Then the pattern of the province where the south is heavier and the north is less important will be effectively balanced, which is undoubtedly a very good development opportunity.
Even if it really succeeds, it seems to be much more important than just showing up.
After all, the most important thing about this foreign affairs reception work is the Blue Water Farm.
If we really talk about merit, it is definitely not as useful as one's own actual political achievements.
Thinking of this, the two of them couldn't help but feel a little moved.
But after looking at each other, they felt a little uncomfortable again.
I couldn't help but feel a little regretful in my heart.
If I had known this, I would have come last night.
Obviously, when both of them knew about it, there was no way to ignore the other side.
Thinking of this, Director Xu from Su Province couldn't help but speak directly.
"Don't waste time, kid. Just tell me what you want!"
"We both have to pay for what we get."
"Before I came here, I heard that you were very good at talking. Now that I see that it's true, I'm really moved."
Director Song on the other side was not so direct, but he meant the same thing.
Seeing this, Su Wenchen immediately showed an expression of grievance.
"Leader, this is all for the benefit of the people of our two provinces!"
"If we work together, both sides will benefit; if we separate, neither side will benefit."
"Think about it, if our farm doesn't take the lead, how are you two going to negotiate? Who will be convinced?"
"By then, everyone will be thinking about developing their own county. If they become divided, it will easily lead to chaos."
Hearing Su Wenchen say this about himself, the leaders of several counties sitting behind him were speechless.
However, thinking about the performance of the few people here before, he didn't feel comfortable to refute.
The two leaders also knew the problem Su Wenchen mentioned, because this was also the biggest reason for cross-provincial coordinated development.
After all, who doesn’t have some selfish motives?
At this time, introducing a department that is not under the management of either side to coordinate development can indeed provide relative guarantees.
But this is mainly because they all understand that Blue Water Farm has the technology.
In terms of breeding, these two provinces are not without farms, but the development of the breeding industry is indeed very different from others.
But in the end Director Xu still confirmed it with Su Wenchen.
"Don't play dumb, kid. You haven't even told us what we're going to invest in yet!"
For him, the subsequent development direction that Su Wenchen mentioned was indeed a bit exciting.
But that depends on what you have to pay.
Only by weighing the cost and reward can we see whether this battle is worth fighting.
Su Wenchen said directly after hearing this.
"It's definitely a small matter for the two leaders. The main thing is that we need to make some infrastructure investments in both places."
"In particular, the transportation network connecting our four counties and the other two provinces must be initially improved."
"As for the rest, apart from the saline-alkali land allocated to us, there is no other investment."
Hearing this, the two looked at Su Wenchen in surprise.
"That's all?"
After all, investing in infrastructure in the four counties was not a particularly high requirement in the eyes of the two, although they did not have such a plan before.
After all, the construction of this road has indeed facilitated the development of their own area.
Su Wenchen replied with a smile.
"Two leaders, I've always said this is for the development of our region. How could I deliberately bring up something so difficult?"
"Just like these saline-alkali lands, they were integrated and put under our farm's management because we needed to handle foreign affairs reception work."
"Also, the two leaders can take this opportunity to propose to the higher authorities to establish a joint development zone for saline-alkali land management between the two provinces."
"This way, everyone can contribute together to develop this area, especially in hospitality work like receiving visits from foreign presidents."
"Our farm is still a relatively young unit, and we still need the two leaders' help in this area of work."
Hearing Su Wenchen's words, the two looked at each other.
Do you want to show up together?
It seemed that there was no better way. Obviously, from the conversation just now, they knew that it was unrealistic to force Su Wenchen to take sides directly.
Establish a joint development zone?
Although there is no precedent, it doesn't seem impossible to take this opportunity to give it a try.
After all, both sides are providing two poor counties that are in need of relief, and the cost is not high.
At the moment, there seems to be no better way.
So facing this situation, Director Xu took the lead.
"Old Song, what do you think?"
"Let's agree on this first. We can develop together, but no one is allowed to make the first move!"
Director Song snorted coldly.
"I should be the one saying this. As long as the higher-ups have no objections, we in Anhui Province have no objections either!"
"But it's a joint special zone between two provinces! I don't know if the higher-ups will approve this new thing."
Director Xu waved his hand.
"There are only four counties in total, and this isn't related to foreign affairs. How could they possibly refuse such a thing?"
"Okay, that's it for today. We'll see what it says later!"
"Let's talk about it then!"
Obviously, although I didn’t get what I wanted today, it wasn’t a complete failure.
Then, after exchanging a few polite words with the two leaders, he sent both teams away.
Su Wenchen leaned back in his chair, feeling somewhat relieved.
Hou Guozhong was curious when he saw this.
"What's wrong, Director? I see you're under a lot of pressure!"
"You didn't even ask for anything. That's not like you."
Su Wenchen waved his hand.
"What do you know? It's only because of the foreign affairs reception that we have the opportunity to make requests to the two provinces this time."
"If it weren't for this foreign affairs reception, we probably wouldn't have met anyone."
“The gap is still too big.”
Su Wenchen knew very well that although their farm was of a high level now, it still had to be compared with some other unit.
Besides, this was the first time he had to face something that required him to take a stand.
Although he avoided the risk of taking only one side by integrating the four counties into two provincial special administrative regions.
But it also made him restrain his originally proud mood a little.
Otherwise, no matter which side he offends today, it will plant some hidden dangers for him in the branch. Even if it is temporarily fine because of the foreign affairs reception, who can predict what will happen in the future!
I still have to be more careful next time!
The farm still needs to develop quickly!
Only in this way can he have enough foundation to talk to local leaders.
However, Su Wenchen believes that as long as this goes smoothly, the subsequent farm will have sufficient foundation and under his operation, it will definitely be able to develop with the market momentum of reform and opening up!
(End of this chapter)
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