As for the reputation of the novel, it is not bad, but not many people pay attention to it. In addition, the novel was published too recently and has too few words, so the feedback is relatively limited, making it difficult to fully evaluate its market potential.
However, despite this sudden surge in sales, the content of Ming Pao remained the same as before, the only difference being the publication of the science fiction novel "Mutants". This made Editor-in-Chief Li think more.
"Editor-in-Chief Li, we did conduct some research into the reasons for the sales increase. While we can't directly conclude that the novel 'Mutant Evil' alone was responsible for the increase, it's undeniable that it played a significant role. Many new readers came to Ming Pao because of this novel, and existing readers were even more resolute to buy Ming Pao because of it."
"Unfortunately, this novel only has one issue left to be published before it is finished." Editor-in-Chief Li showed a little disappointment on his face after hearing the result.
Then, he had an idea and decided to ask Cheng Shufen to ask the world's number one to write an article.
As Ming Pao's sales surged due to "The Mutant", the novel's reputation also soared, attracting more attention and discussion from readers.
The happiest person was Editor Zhu of a Hong Kong publisher. Originally, based on the quality of the novel "Aliens", he had planned to print 10,000 copies. However, after it was serialized in Ming Pao, it attracted a lot of readers and heated discussions.
He decided to print another 10,000 copies, doubling the number.
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Agricultural Bureau, greenhouse experimental planting base.
"Brother, we need to cover the greenhouse with a layer of film to keep the seedlings warm and prevent them from freezing to death when we sow off-season vegetables.
Additionally, iron stoves were placed at four locations within the greenhouse to prevent temperatures from dropping too low. This allowed them to burn charcoal for warmth and maintain the greenhouse's temperature. That day, Zhang Qiurui accompanied Zhang Wenfu to the Agricultural Bureau's experimental greenhouse. They first checked the temperature and humidity records of another greenhouse over the past two years. Noting that the coldest temperature was below zero degrees, Zhang Qiurui immediately adjusted the greenhouse's insulation measures.
The top of the entire greenhouse is covered with a layer of transparent plastic film. This film not only has good light transmittance, allowing sufficient sunlight to shine in and promote plant photosynthesis, but also has good thermal insulation properties, which can reduce heat loss to a certain extent.
At the same time, a vent similar to a skylight is opened in the middle to regulate the temperature and humidity in the greenhouse to ensure that vegetables grow in a suitable environment.
"I understand. I'll have someone put up the plastic film tomorrow." Zhang Wenfu nodded.
"Has my eldest brother been notified? When will he be allowed to come up to sow and take care of these off-season vegetables?" Zhang Qiurui asked.
"Our production brigade will be able to harvest the grain by mid-October. I asked my eldest brother to finish his work in the brigade and then come here immediately.
In addition, it is impossible for my eldest brother to be responsible for growing off-season vegetables in this greenhouse alone. He is too busy to handle it alone, and there are no idle people in the Agricultural Bureau. I plan to apply to recruit a few temporary workers to do these things.
However, this temporary worker is different from other temporary workers in the Agricultural Bureau.
The temporary workers in the experimental greenhouse will be leaving after completing these few months of experiments." Zhang Wenfu said with a puzzled look, not knowing what he was thinking.
"The wages of these temporary workers will be paid from the funds applied for the experiment, right? Who do you plan to find? How much will you give them per month?" Zhang Qiurui asked her second brother after looking at him.
"Besides me, I plan to find three more people. My eldest brother counts as one, Qiu Jin's Zhinan is fifteen years old, so he also counts as one, and there is one for my second brother-in-law.
As for wages, we give them 20 yuan a month, and you and I will also have a share. "Qiu Rui, what do you think?" Zhang Wenfu seemed to have already had an idea and said slowly.
"Okay, we can arrange it this way. Let them come up together on October 15th.
In addition, as long as we reduce the cost of the improved greenhouse, the experiment will be successful.
"There's hope for my eldest brother, Zhinan, and my second brother-in-law to be transferred from temporary employment to other temporary jobs at the Agricultural Bureau," Zhang Qiurui said confidently.
Afterwards, the brother and sister talked about greenhouse cultivation. They did not expect Director Zhu to come to check the situation and progress of the improved greenhouse cultivation.
"Comrade Zhang Qiurui, Comrade Zhang Wenfu, are you and your sister sure that this improved greenhouse planting experiment will be successful?" As soon as Director Zhu came up, he enthusiastically shook hands with Zhang Qiurui and Zhang Wenfu.
"There is at least a 70% chance of success." Zhang Qiurui replied with a smile.
"Director Zhu, I'd like to recruit a few temporary workers to help with this improved version of greenhouse cultivation. Their wages will be paid from the experimental fund.
Once this improved greenhouse cultivation experiment is completed, the temporary worker will leave.
However, once this improved greenhouse planting experiment is successful, the temporary workers I hired will have to enjoy the same treatment as other temporary workers in the Agricultural Bureau. Director Zhu, do you think this is possible? "Zhang Wenfu saw this and quickly made a request.
"That's no problem, we can do it this way." Director Zhu agreed immediately without thinking.
When this improved version of greenhouse cultivation experiment is successful, it will definitely be promoted on a large scale, and we will have to recruit people. It doesn't matter who we recruit, we will recruit workers to experiment with this improved version of greenhouse cultivation. They have experience, and it will be easier for the old ones to guide the new ones.
It also gave face to Zhang Wenfu and his sister, so there was no reason for him to disagree.
Previously, the Zhang family cultivated and grew mushrooms. Although they contributed the cultivation technology, the effect of large-scale promotion was not good. However, the agricultural bureau cultivated them well and reported it, which immediately attracted the attention of the higher-ups. They sent researchers to study how to further optimize this mushroom cultivation technology and promote it nationwide.
The Agricultural Bureau plans to export the mushrooms it has grown this winter to earn foreign exchange, which can be considered one of their political achievements.
Director Zhu is well aware that the success of this improved greenhouse planting experiment will not only bring honor to the Agricultural Bureau, but will also likely start a new planting revolution, injecting strong impetus into farmers' income growth and rural development.
The most important thing is that once it succeeds, it will be promoted nationwide. This will be a political achievement, and his position will be promoted. There will be no problem in removing the word "deputy". He can even go further, because he discovered the brother and sister Zhang Qiurui and Zhang Wenfu.
"You two brothers and sisters, work hard. I have high hopes for you." After that, the three of them said a few more words. Director Zhu patted Zhang Qiurui and Zhang Wenfu on the shoulders and left the greenhouse planting base with a smile.
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