When Mo Yuan brought up the household contract responsibility system, Mo Chunsheng was still somewhat puzzled.
"Household contract responsibility system? You mean the household contract responsibility system? Why did you bring this up? Perhaps you're thinking of something else?"
Seeing Mo Chunsheng's expression, it was clear that he understood to some extent; "household contract responsibility system" was the common term used by farmers.
Strictly speaking, in their Shandong province, around 1962, more than a decade ago...
It was implemented for a while, and the response was very good; everyone was very enthusiastic. However, later, due to some special circumstances...
Not only was there no time to promote it, but the entire approach was rejected, and from then on, no one dared to mention it again.
If things aren't handled properly, it could lead to serious trouble.
Mo Yuan couldn't help but say, "Brother Chunsheng, you've seen it yourself. Grain yields are already low. Each person in our village only gets about 300 jin a year, which isn't enough to eat at all. If this continues, when will it ever end? Why don't we try a different approach?"
"You want to implement a household responsibility system, divide the land among ourselves, and let each family farm their own land? No, no, Mo Yuan, you're still young and don't understand the ins and outs of this. I've heard my father talk about it, and we can't take such a risk lightly, what if..."
Although Mo Chunsheng was somewhat tempted, reason told him that Mo Yuan was taking a risk.
"Brother Chunsheng, it's alright. You don't know, do you? The reason I mentioned Xiaogang Village in Fengyang County is that two years ago, eighteen households there joined together to implement the household responsibility system because they couldn't make ends meet. That year, they had more grain and liquor than they could eat. Last year, it was even promoted throughout Anhui Province. This news isn't a secret. If you ask around, you'll find out. In the future, the household responsibility system will definitely be the national trend, and it will gradually be implemented uniformly across the country. The sooner we take the lead, the sooner we can have enough to eat! And even if you don't want to, the policy will be implemented in less than two years!"
"No, no! Mo Yuan, don't mess around. The policy is what it is. We can't go against the country. We can wait until the township issues the order before we act. We'd rather go hungry than not stay calm! Otherwise, something terrible will happen. Don't do anything reckless!"
Seeing that Mo Chunsheng was somewhat hesitant, but his attitude remained firm, Mo Yuan didn't press the matter further.
It's best to take things one step at a time; you can't rush it. Fortunately, it's wheat harvest time now; it will be another two weeks before the corn is planted.
The land allocation wasn't urgent; Mo Yuan planned to find ways to gather more related news and information.
Gradually persuade Mo Chunsheng that even if Mo Youxian, the Party Secretary, or the people in the second team disagreed when they came,
They can operate it quietly within the team, just like running a pig farm!
Mo Yuan stopped talking and started eating with his head down.
At this moment, Mo Chunsheng's heart was in turmoil. This Mo Yuan, although clever and full of tricks...
But I never expected them to be so audacious! To be able to single-handedly connect the team and set up a pig farm is one thing, but...
Although there is some pressure, it's not a big deal, since it's done in the name of the collective.
But the household contract responsibility system is much more serious. The land belongs to the state; can individuals just divide it up arbitrarily?
Wouldn't that be undermining socialism? No way, I'll have to have a serious talk with him later; he can't afford to have any ulterior motives.
As for this matter, Mo Chunsheng was prepared to keep it to himself. I asked his father about it, but he wouldn't even tell his own wife!
That day, everyone worked until evening without turning on the lights, transporting the last batch of harvested wheat to the threshing ground.
And after assigning someone specifically to guard it,
Everyone dragged their tired bodies home for dinner. Although they were exhausted, no one complained.
This is how it's been every year, I'm used to it. Besides, how can you reap without sowing?
Apart from Mo Yuan having witnessed the convenience of modern machinery, no one felt that their hard work and rewards were disproportionate!
Even when everyone was so tired they could barely move, they were still filled with happiness and hope for the future!
Putting everything else aside, at least this year's harvest is good, and the people of Xiaomo Village are very satisfied.
One team saw the potential of the pig farm and believed that this year's Lunar New Year would be a very prosperous one!
Although the second team wasn't involved in the pig farm operations, and the number of people from the first team who were transferred there wasn't too large.
However, it must be admitted that fewer people are earning work points; they don't know whether the pig farm is profitable or not.
At least the benefits they receive are real. When it comes time to distribute the grain, if others receive less, they can exchange their work points for more!
Meanwhile, at the home of village secretary Mo Youxian, after dinner, the family members did not, as usual, disperse to wash up and prepare for bed.
After all, there aren't many entertainment options in the countryside. In the evenings, besides sitting in front of the door enjoying the cool air and chatting, there's not much else to do.
After a long day of exhaustion, no one has the energy to go out at night, and many people are just going to bed and sleeping.
Only by getting a good rest can we cope with the heavy harvest season that is coming!
Mo Chunsheng and his father, Mo Youxian, quietly stayed in the room.
Seeing that his son clearly had something to tell him, Mo Youxian dismissed everyone else.
Dim the kerosene lamp a bit; after all, we need some light to discuss things.
Otherwise, it should be put out of service after we finish eating and we won't need it anymore!
"Speak, what is it? Why are you acting so suspiciously?"
Mo Chunsheng didn't dare to hesitate and quickly got straight to the point.
"Dad, you often go to meetings in the township, have you heard anything about it? About, uh, about the household responsibility system?"
Mo Youxian was surprised that his son suddenly brought up this topic, and glanced warily out the window.
Seeing that no one was around, he still wasn't reassured, so he ran to the door and closed it before returning.
"Why are you suddenly asking this question? Did you hear some nonsense from Mo Yuan?"
She knew her son, Mo Youxian, quite well. He was down-to-earth and hardworking, an absolute expert in farm work, but he didn't like to pry into other people's business.
The fact that this issue is being brought up suddenly today is definitely because someone is stirring things up in his ear. These days, it's a very sensitive topic!
Mo Youxian immediately thought of Mo Yuan. The others were all honest, simple farmers who rarely went to the towns and villages.
Not to mention county towns, so aside from everyday family matters, it's impossible for them to know so much about policies.
After thinking it over, it seems only Mo Yuan, who's always out and about, comes into contact with a lot of people and things.
He's the village's most frequent traveler to the county town!
As expected, Mo Chunsheng's answer confirmed Mo Youxian's guess.
"Dad, it's Mo Yuan. He told me the story of Xiaogang Village in Fengyang, Anhui today. They..."
Mo Chunsheng then told his father everything Mo Yuan had said.
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