Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home
Chapter 1917

Chapter 1917: Planning to Farm Chapter 1917: Planning to Farm Editor: Henyee Translations Qiao Xuan’s enthusiasm was palpable.

With the eradication of the bandits, she now had the freedom to pursue her interests across the vast expanse of Anze Province.

After a night of intimacy, Qiao Xuan radiated with energy the next day.

She gathered Songshi, Liu Fu, Mianmian, and others to discuss their plans.

With ample funds available for hiring labor, and with Songshi and the others possessing experience in managing wasteland, the previously neglected mountains were ready to be reclaimed.

Songshi, in particular, was invigorated by the prospect of a new endeavor.

Mianmian and Liu Fu shared in her excitement, eager to embark on this venture.

Qiao Xuan’s preliminary plan involved dedicating much of the land in Liuhe Fort to cultivating various herbs.

After assessing the area, she identified suitable spots for planting gastrodia elata, false starworts, King Solomon’s-seal, Tian Qi, Dang Gui, and white needle.

Additionally, scattered fruit trees were to be planted throughout the medicinal herb fields, providing not only fruits but also shade.

Furthermore, plans were made for a chicken farm within the mountain forest and Liuhe Fort.

To maintain hygiene, the chicken farm would undergo a yearly rotation: one year for raising chickens, followed by a year of rest, during which the chickens would be relocated to a different site.

This rotation ensured cleanliness and minimized the risk of disease outbreaks, a particularly crucial consideration given the potential for bacteria buildup in the chicken farm over time.

Fortunately, the expansive mountain provided ample space to address these concerns.

During this era, dealing with a chicken plague meant witnessing the chickens succumb one by one, with no effective solution in sight.

Qiao Xuan acknowledged her limited knowledge on the matter but understood the necessity of maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.

She knew that providing clean food and water, along with ensuring spacious and clean living quarters for the chickens, were crucial.

Additionally, during hot weather, she planned to use wormwood to smoke and disinfect the surroundings, while also providing herbal-infused water for the chickens to drink.

Although she had heard of indigenous methods, such as using cactus to prevent chicken plague, she intended to explore this further and locate cactus plants for experimentation.

Adjacent to the valley, a stream provided an ideal location for raising ducks.

They dug several wide ponds along the stream and created numerous ditches with twists and turns.

Water plants were planted, and ducks were introduced, with the area divided into sections for rotation.

This ensured that the water source remained intact and allowed for adequate recovery time.

If possible, he could even make a medium-sized pond to plant lotus roots and raise fish.

Just thinking about it was beautiful!

At Liuhe Fort, plans were underway to construct a villa, with additional villas slated for construction at the mountain’s base.

The decision stemmed from the challenging mountain terrain, particularly the arduous path leading to the summit.

Building solely on the mountain would necessitate transporting various supplies, such as warehouses and farm tools, up and down, posing logistical challenges.

Therefore, establishing villas at the mountain’s foothills would streamline operations and facilitate easier access for province-wide activities.

However, the foremost priority remained road repair.

During their exploration, efforts would be directed towards road construction.

While not optimal, a passable road would enable carriages to traverse in opposite directions, enhancing transport efficiency.

In the future, relying solely on manpower for transportation would prove inefficient, necessitating the use of carriages to ferry goods into the mountains.

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