Shouguang is the largest vegetable-producing area in China.
There, you'll find the most advanced planting techniques and the most comprehensive knowledge about greenhouses.
Li Weidong had already planned it out. Although he had experience in growing mushrooms, upon closer examination, he realized that there were still many shortcomings.
Only through continuous learning can we do better.
Zhang Bin replied without hesitation, "Of course I'll go!"
Gao Rui and the other man beside him nodded vigorously, "Yes, we'll definitely go! Wherever you go, Brother Weidong, we'll go. We'll follow you for life!"
Li Weidong was both amused and exasperated: "Stop talking nonsense. Even if you were willing to follow me for life, I still wouldn't accept you!"
Zhang Bin chimed in, "That's right. Ren Weidong is engaged and waiting for his fiancée to come of age so he can marry her. What are you two rascals doing following him?"
They both laughed.
Since we've decided to go to Shouguang, it's better to do it sooner rather than later.
After telling Zhao Xiulian, Li Weidong made some preparations, packed a few more clothes, and, along with Zhang Bin and two junior brothers, headed straight for Shouguang.
Along the way, the four of them kept busy, discussing future plans based on Li Weidong's proposal.
Despite the tiring journey, I was full of energy. By the time I got off the train, my original plan had become much thicker and more detailed.
Li Weidong had already used Zhang Guoliang's position as deputy county head to contact officials in Shouguang, and everything was arranged as soon as he got off the bus.
As for the visit and learning, they were even hosted by the biggest agricultural tycoon in Shouguang, which amazed Zhang Bin and his companions.
"Wei Dong is truly amazing!"
Gao Rui gave a thumbs up: "If we came here on our own, we probably wouldn't even be able to get past the threshold. But with Brother Wei Dong's help, everything was prepared, and he even taught us diligently. It really saved us a lot of trouble!"
Zhang Bin chimed in, "Wei Dong is indeed quite capable. I was hesitant when he asked me to quit my secure job and work for him!"
"Looking back now, I'm so glad I quit my job. If I had followed Weidong, I would have had no worries about not getting ahead in this life!"
The three of them laughed.
Li Weidong, feeling helpless from the flattery, said, "Alright, alright, we're all on the same side, there's no need for this praise. Let's focus on our studies!"
"besides……"
He put on a stern face: "We've come here to learn relevant knowledge and technology. When we get back, we all have to write a reflection and a future development plan for me. Don't think that I'll make an exception for you just because you're flattering me now."
"Anyone who can't write it will have their salary docked!"
The three of them immediately wailed, clearly taking the situation much more seriously now.
With expert guidance and the four of them studying diligently, their trip to Shouguang was truly fruitful.
Moreover, Li Weidong took the opportunity to offer high salaries and poach many professional talents.
Currently, the company's core technical personnel, if you really count them, are only Zhang Bin. Even his two junior colleagues can only be considered as half-technicians.
If you want to expand your company's scale, then talent is indispensable.
While training them yourself is reliable, it's still too slow; it's better to just poach existing talent.
Li Weidong, along with Zhang Bin and two others, stayed in Shouguang for a full month.
There were four of us when we went, but we came back with seven or eight more people, it was quite lively.
Zhao Xiulian was very surprised: "Why did you bring so many people back? How are we going to settle them all in such a short time?"
Li Weidong explained, "Mom, these are all the company's elite core members. Don't worry about their accommodations."
"You, just stay home and learn how to drive a tricycle. When you're free, go to school and deliver groceries to Xiao Ye and Lili. You don't need to worry about anything else."
After saying that, he added, "Let others cultivate all the fields and such, so you don't have to worry about it."
It was one thing before, but now that I'm capable, I'll definitely let my mom enjoy life first.
Zhao Xiulian's eyes reddened, but then she smiled and nodded repeatedly, "Good, good, Mom is looking forward to enjoying her retirement!"
After saying that, she added, "Mom needs to take good care of her health so she can help you take care of your child."
Li Weidong suddenly remembered Zhou Xiaoye's youthful yet handsome face, and his face involuntarily turned red. A sense of longing welled up from the depths of his heart.
It's been over a month since he last saw Zhou Xiaoye, and he really misses her!
But thinking about it was useless. Zhou Xiaoye was at school and about to enter her senior year of high school, so her studies were very demanding.
He was also busy with his company and couldn't find the time at all.
Li Weidong sighed inwardly.
There's no use in being anxious. All we can do is pray that time will pass quickly and that our little wife will turn eighteen soon!
...
The news of Li Weidong's company's expansion quickly spread throughout the surrounding area, and in no time, large numbers of people came to his door.
"Weidong, we're cousins. If your company is hiring, why don't you take a look at me first?"
"Weidong, your company is expanding. What kind of people do you need to hire? What skills do they need to learn? Just tell me, and I'll start learning now!"
"Weidong, your cousin isn't going out to work this year. He wants to stay home and find some work. Could your company help him find a position?"
“Wei Dong…”
Whether they were related or not, everyone rushed over with their gifts.
The threshold of Li Weidong's house was almost worn down by people, and the things that everyone brought filled half of the yard, and they couldn't push them away.
Besides ordinary people, village chiefs from various villages also took action upon themselves to visit each other and try to get close to them.
After all, it's beneficial for the village to stay in their hometown to work, earn money, and take care of their families, so naturally they hope that Li Weidong can recruit more people.
Even Zhang Guoliang, the deputy county head, came over.
"Vice County Head Zhang, what brings you here?"
Li Weidong was both surprised and delighted, and quickly invited the person into the house.
Zhao Xiulian was even more eager to go to the kitchen to cook some snacks.
Zhang Guoliang chuckled and said, "Old sister, don't bother. I just came to talk to Weidong. There's no need to go to so much trouble."
Zhao Xiulian refused and went to the kitchen on her own.
"It's okay, let's talk first."
Li Weidong poured tea and asked curiously, "Vice County Chief Zhang, what brings you here today...?"
"I came here because of your Yimeng Farm."
Zhang Guoliang explained, "Weidong, it's really a great thing that you have this idea. Once this company is up and running, it will solve the employment problem for so many villagers!"
"I came here today specifically to ask if you have any difficulties. Tell me, and I'll help you solve anything I can."
In this day and age, the world economy is developing rapidly, and people in the mountains can't stay still, so they all go out to work.
Having seen the prosperity outside, no one wants to come back.
There are very few young people like Li Weidong who are capable and willing to stay in their hometown and contribute to its development. They deserve special attention and strong support.
Li Weidong was touched that Zhang Guoliang had come for this reason and quickly said, "Thank you for your concern. Everything is fine for now, but there is indeed a problem that I need your help with..."
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