Springtime Farming: A Happy Wife At Home
Chapter 1933

Chapter 1933: Modifying Liuhe Fort Chapter 1933: Modifying Liuhe Fort Editor: Henyee Translations Songshi even enlisted someone to dig a canal and create a stream encircling it.

Plans for future development included the excavation and construction of several pools for washing purposes.

Simultaneously, efforts were underway to explore the surrounding wasteland.

Duck and chicken farms were also in the works.

Following Qiao Xuan’s blueprint, four shallow ponds, each spanning about ten mu, were carved into the valley of the duck farm.

A complex network of meandering ditches and waterways interconnected, while various aquatic plants were transplanted during the onset of spring to serve as breeding grounds for the ducks.

The bustling activity painted a vibrant scene.

Over 600 individuals were engaged in various tasks, effectively absorbing surplus labor from nearby villages and towns.

Songshi, Liu Fu, and Yang Mu tirelessly oversaw operations day in and day out.

Despite having a few capable assistant stewards, decisions still rested heavily on their shoulders.

Even Mianmian lent a helping hand frequently.

Qiao Xuan had already instructed Yuezheng Xiao to procure assorted seeds and prepare fruit trees for planting.

Gradually, the landscape transformed in accordance with Qiao Xuan’s vision.

Her satisfaction seemed to foreshadow a prosperous future.

Workers understood the significance of their labor and envisioned the potential of the area.

Conversations buzzed with praise and envy for the promising future that lay ahead.

They had seen landlord’s manors before, but never had they witnessed one with such an enticing layout that stirred envy and longing.

Chickens and ducks roamed freely amidst scattered medicinal herbs, while clear canals and streams meandered throughout the grounds.

Fruit trees adorned every corneraEUR| How vibrant it would be!

The local farmers who arrived for work couldn’t help but be drawn in by the sight, their curiosity piqued.

Following discussions at home, Madam Shao ensured they were generously compensated, never failing to deliver on payment.

The Shao Family stewards overseeing the work fostered a friendly atmosphere, devoid of harsh reprimands or condescension.

Madam Shao’s integrity was unquestionable.

Given Madam Shao’s assurances, it seemed sensible to cultivate herbs at home.

With guidance from Madam Shao’s staff, managing them wouldn’t be a hassle.

Selling the herbs back to her could potentially yield some profit.

Though only a fraction of the village population entertained such thoughts, it proved sufficient.

Those who shared similar aspirations convened and sought out Songshi.

To Songshi’s surprise, he found himself apprehensive about the situation.

This endeavor was entrusted to him by Madam!

If people sought him out, it would align perfectly with his objectives.

With conviction, he reassured them that Madam’s promises were ironclad.

How could Madam deceive them!

However, if he aimed to cultivate a substantial quantity of these medicinal herbs for profit, he would need to allocate at least two mu of land.

During that period, seeds could be procured from Madam at a discounted rate, making it a cost-effective endeavor.

In the initial year, Madam showed willingness to support their efforts and lead them towards prosperity.

Seed prices remained relatively low, though it was uncertain whether they would match market rates in the futureaEUR| In truth, Qiao Xuan could easily provide the seeds for free.

Yet, items obtained free of charge often lacked appreciation and were sometimes regarded with disdain.

There might even be individuals who acquired the seeds without genuine intent to cultivate them.

Furthermore, if one couldn’t even muster the willingness to pay for the seeds, it called into question their commitment to the endeavor.

The likelihood of neglecting the cultivation process increased significantly.

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