Si Ning, most of the people in the commune don't have cars. It takes six or seven hours to push a cart and walk to the provincial capital, and then hauling a cart full of fertilizer back is even more tiring. Could you please have the fertilizer factory in the county drive to the provincial capital to buy fertilizer? That way, the members wouldn't have to travel that far.
[It's not impossible. You can ask the county government if they are willing.]
[Okay, I'll go ask right away.]
【Then I'll ask how much supply there is here. 】
Jiang Tang went to the old man again.
"Uncle, why didn't our factory think of going to the city's fertilizer factory to see if they have any extra? It would be fine if we could transfer some from other factories."
"This... I'm just a janitor, I don't understand these things, it's useless to ask me."
"Uncle, can you let me in? I want to talk to your factory director about something."
"This... the factory has a rule that no one is allowed to enter right now."
Jiang Tang said, taking out another handful of candy: "Uncle, please ask for me and tell them that I can help the factory solve its current urgent needs."
The old man looked at the candies, thought about his grandchildren at home, and said with a smile, "Okay, wait a moment."
"Excuse me, sir."
"Director Wang, as far as I know, fertilizer plants in prefecture-level cities are currently experiencing a shortage of fertilizer, and many people are queuing up all night to buy fertilizer.
Have you ever thought about cooperating with the county fertilizer factory to sell fertilizer?"
"Cooperation?" Director Wang knew that these reporters were well-informed and quick-witted, so he asked with interest, "How do you want to cooperate?"
"Can the fertilizers from our factory be sold to the county fertilizer plant?"
"They produce their own fertilizers, and their costs might be lower than ours, so they might not necessarily be willing to buy our fertilizers. Besides, we're also attracting orders from surrounding communes, so why would we go to the trouble of selling to the county fertilizer plant?"
Even if they sell it, they will definitely mark up the price when they bring it back, and the members will definitely not leave the cheap ones and buy the expensive fertilizers.”
"Director Wang, sometimes interests can't be calculated that way. I can write a report for you with the following title: Xinliang Fertilizer Plant Sacrifices Self-Interest for Everyone in Order to Increase National Grain Production.
Our provincial newspaper is not only well-known within the province, but also internationally. When the time comes, I will certainly highlight our factory's spirit of selfless dedication. I believe that this year, our fertilizer plant will be ranked among the top units in the province.
What do people like Director Wang lack most? Performance and contribution.
A look of realization immediately crossed his face. "Reporter Meng, you're worthy of being a journalist. Your analysis is spot on. Absolutely spot on."
Meng Si Ning smiled and complimented Director Wang, while writing a note and putting it into the space.
Neither of them could enter the space, but they could see what was inside with their minds.
Jiang Tang has now successfully entered the county fertilizer plant and met the factory director.
"Director Yao, you see, I've just arrived. If I can't get fertilizer, I won't be able to survive when I return.
I understand that our factory is facing difficulties in production right now, but I know the fertilizer factory in the city. I can get fertilizer at the same price there. Look at how long the queues are at our factory right now. Getting sunstroke from waiting in line is a minor issue, but delaying the members' planting is a major concern.
Some time ago, the provincial government was still talking about focusing on production and increasing income, and it also advertised the fertilizer plant in newspapers. Doesn’t this series of trends reflect the above intentions?
If our factory's production delays grain production and the higher-ups blame us, we bear some responsibility."
"Secretary Jiang, we understand what you're saying, and we understand your anxiety, but we're already working quickly to resolve the issue. Please wait a moment."
“Leader, there is a faster way now, why not use it?
We can do two things at once. While buying the machinery, we can also go to another fertilizer factory and buy some fertilizer as an emergency measure. With this plan, even if someone causes trouble later, they won't say our factory can't adapt, right?"
Director Yao frowned. There were quite a few people looking for trouble recently, and he had only been the director for less than a year.
The factory's performance was poor before, but now it has finally experienced a big boom. If it is really due to improper handling and someone uses it as a handle to make trouble, it is indeed his dereliction of duty.
"Secretary Jiang, why did you ask us to go to the city fertilizer factory to buy fertilizer? Since you knew they had it there, why didn't you go there and buy it?"
"Director Yao, it takes me more than two hours to get there by car from the county. How many hours do you think it would take to walk? This is the county seat, and our village is also far away from the county seat. It's possible to pull a cart to the city to buy it, but it's very laborious.
Now it’s not just our brigade. Look outside, there are so many brigade.
If it's in our factory, that would be convenient. We have a car, which is much more convenient than us members.
The factory director is a Party member, right? Did you watch helplessly as members from your own county traveled thousands of miles to the provincial capital to buy fertilizer? The journey back and forth, not to mention the weather, even once we got there, we members couldn't afford food or shelter. What if something happened during that time?
My boss found out about it and was shocked to hear that it was to buy fertilizer.
What will the leaders think? Besides, I can take you to the city fertilizer plant to get equivalent fertilizer. First, it is to solve the factory's urgent needs. Second, it is also a contribution to the country's grain production. Director Yao, party members like you are so selfless..."
Director Yao was speechless by this unexpected young comrade. This young comrade was too familiar. He smiled helplessly and stopped him, saying, "Secretary Jiang, how much fertilizer does your team want?"
"Five tons, five tons is enough."
"That's a good suggestion you made. We can give it a try. Since you know someone there, how about I have the purchasing department take you there tomorrow?"
"Thank you for your trust, Director. Can we do it now instead of tomorrow? Look at how hot it is, and the members outside have been queuing for such a long time. Director, you must be very sad."
Director Yao glanced at her helplessly and said, "Secretary Jiang, I now understand why the higher-ups sent someone as young as you to stay here."
"Hey, thank you for the compliment."
[Si Ning has taken care of it. Director Yao is on the phone with Director Wang right now. I might have to follow the car back soon.]
【Are you coming home? 】
How long will it take to load the truck? If there's still time, I'll go back.
"I'll be at the factory tonight. I'm going to follow up on the report. I'll take a picture of you then. I'd like to go to the countryside with you."
You have to go too.
"Of course. Tell me when you're almost there."
Meng Sining also rode his bike back home.
I found that Brother Lin was already cooking in the kitchen.
"What are you doing?"
Lin Siyun pointed to the preserved egg and lean pork porridge in the book and said, "I want to make this."
"Oh, we don't have preserved eggs at home."
“It’s delicious even without the preserved egg.”
Meng Si Ning nodded: "Okay, I'll be out for a day or two, so I'll go up and pack two sets of clothes."
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