Chapter 100 Forming an Army [Ninth Update](2/2)
"This is the crop planting method written by Xu Xuanhu Gong himself. Take it and study it carefully and teach it to everyone."
When Chen Zhi heard that it was Xu Guangqi's manuscript, Chen Zhi's eyes gleamed, as if he had received a treasure.
"When I go back, I will make a copy of Duke Xuan Hu's handwriting. I have to keep it safe personally."
Zuo Mengeng didn't take it seriously at first, thinking it was just a farming document. Only then was he reminded by Chen Zhi that he realized what Xu Guangqi's autographed manuscript meant.
If this is obtained hundreds of years later, the original copy of "The Complete Book of Agricultural Affairs" will be priceless.
Then think about who among the familiar people has relatively high historical value. When the time comes, one person will have a collection of manuscripts. In the future, future generations will not have to worry about food and drink even if they rely on these.
Regarding the trial planting of Western crops, Zuo Menggeng gave very careful instructions.
"When you are tending these crops, you must record them in detail and write down your experiences. Even if you fail this time, it can become experience."
Because ancient farmers had no culture, many valuable experiences could not be passed on.
This is also the reason for the slow development of agriculture.
However, the agricultural field is Zuo Mengeng's weakness. The only thing he knows is potatoes and corn, which can effectively alleviate the food crisis.
As for how to adapt these species from the Americas to China's land and climate, we can only leave it to local farmers.
Although the scholars in Zhuangzi do not understand planting, they can help record and obtain first-hand precious information.
When more people with knowledge join agriculture in the future, it will be an opportunity for great development.
Zuo Mengeng also has ideas about planting streamlined open spaces.
"We can organize everyone to plant more vegetables, which will grow and harvest quickly. It can effectively enrich everyone's table and make up for part of the food consumption."
Ancient agriculture focused more on staple foods and neglected the cultivation of vegetables.
The climate in the south is mild and the natural production of vegetables is abundant. But in the north, people's diet is much more monotonous.
Chapter completed!