Li Zhen knew that Zeng Guofan and others did not believe it, but he did not argue.
China has just started, and it still needs some time to develop. He, Zeng Guofan, Zhao Liewen, Zuo Zongtang and others are still in their prime. In their lifetimes, they will definitely be able to see the country become strong and prosperous, and they will be able to see the people move into the cities and get rid of the situation of living off the land. , Li Zhen was full of confidence and said: "The census and land settlement matters are handled by dedicated personnel and a special group is formed. I think Brother Bohan is suitable for the task, so Brother Bohan will be the leader of the group and will be directly responsible to me. "
Zeng Guofan nodded heavily and said loudly: "President, please rest assured that Zeng Guofan will definitely fulfill his mission."
The others looked at Zeng Guofan and sighed in their hearts.
The census is a very tricky thing, and it is very likely that you will not be able to get out after entering it, but there is no other way, Zeng Guofan must do it.
Li Zhen's words prompted Zeng Guofan to do his best.
Li Zhen changed the topic and said: "The population survey is a long-term matter. It lays a solid foundation for other major events. With the population, it is possible to develop agriculture and develop the country. Now, let's talk about agriculture again. , Food is the first priority for the people. Food is related to people's life and death. This is a big thing. For the people, they rely on mountains to eat, water to eat, and God's mood to eat. What we have to do is to vigorously support agriculture. The development of the country will double the food supply and allow the people to fill their stomachs. If you are an official and do not make decisions for the people, it is better to go home and sell sweet potatoes. We are the leaders of the country. If we do not consider the people of the country, who will? .”
Zeng Guofan nodded, deeply convinced.
Zuo Zongtang said loudly: "Yes, being an official is not only an honor, but also a responsibility."
Li Zhen heard this and cast a look of appreciation.
Shi Dakai asked: "What are the president's thoughts on the development of agriculture?"
Li Zhen already had a plan in his mind. He pondered for a while and said loudly: "To develop agriculture, we need to start from all aspects, because agriculture is never a single thing, it is a system. The population just mentioned is one aspect. We I will not mention it again since I have already described it. In addition, there are more external factors that affect the development of agriculture and food production."
"First, the problem of seeds and the quality of grain seeds will affect the yield after planting. At present, China has far insufficient institutions and personnel to research grain seeds, or there is no research at all in China. In the academy, no one specializes in studying grain. The current mainstream is to take exams to become an official, and to honor the ancestors, so no one studies these. In foreign countries, countless people do research one after another, and they are proud of it, while our people are proud of it. It is a honor to be an official and a shame to be a heretic. The first thing that needs to be changed is the status of researchers. Scientists who study grain species should be given a status guarantee and national recognition so that more talented people can devote themselves to the field. in the construction of the country.”
Li Zhenlang said: "In the next five years, my initial plan is to establish at least one research institute in each province to ensure that each province has research personnel and that each province has food suitable for its own province."
Zeng Guofan and others nodded in agreement.
The person recording next to me quickly recorded, and while recording, I understood what Li Zhen said.
This is also a great time to learn.
Hu Linyi thought for a while and then said: "President, if you want to develop researchers, I think it is best to send people to study abroad or send people to visit. Foreign countries are already at the forefront, so we should learn from each other's strengths and learn from foreign scientists and Researchers’ working methods can be learned from others’ and form our own path.”
"Can."
Li Zhen nodded.
Immediately, Li Zhen said: "Secondly, factors that affect the increase in grain production include farm tools, pesticides, etc. When people are sick, they need to take medicine and rest, so if the grain is sick, they also need to take medicine and rest. Therefore, we must also develop food treatment. This is a process from scratch. In the next five years, I want to initially establish an institution to ensure the growth of food security."
"Third, the problem of the living environment of food. After the food is planted, whether we can get a good harvest depends on God's mood. Drought or rain for a long time will affect the food. For this reason, we must start Ditches are built and water conservancy projects are built. When the weather is dry, there is water in the reservoir, which can supply food for growth. When it rains continuously, the ditches dug can ensure smooth flow of water and will not cause a mess in the ground. In short, outside Factors that can affect food must be controlled artificially and minimized as much as possible."
"Fourth, the state's strong support. The previous research institutes, production tools, or trench digging, etc. were all based on the state's strong support. Without the state's support, these orders will become useless after they are promulgated. Paper, for this reason, a clear announcement must be issued to inform the governors of each province, so that each province can have a detailed support plan to ensure the development of agriculture."
After Li Zhen finished speaking, he took a sip of tea and continued: "This is only a rough framework, not comprehensive. Next, we need to refine this framework and operate it step by step. Prime Minister Zeng Guofan is responsible for the population. Then, agriculture will be handed over to Deputy Prime Minister Shi Dakai, who will set up a special agricultural team as the person in charge and be directly responsible to me. I can say with certainty that the people in the agricultural team must be professional and must be carefully selected, because etc. After the transition period, people in the agricultural team will be appointed, and I hope you will select capable people instead of just messing around."
Shi Dakai said cheerfully: "President, please rest assured that Shi Dakai will fulfill his mission."
After a pause, Shi Dakai continued: "President, if you want to develop agriculture, you will definitely encounter many difficulties. Some people will obey orders and some will not obey orders. I sincerely ask the President to grant you the right to dispatch troops and dispatch garrison troops to help. Once something happens, Troops can be deployed to suppress the situation at any time."
Peng Yulin stopped him and said, "No, how can the army be mobilized at will?"
As the Minister of Defense, Peng Yulin had a great say in the military. When he objected, Shi Dakai's face changed drastically.
Shi Dakai said: "Minister Peng, I am thinking about the country."
Peng Yulin looked neither humble nor arrogant, and said: "I know Vice Premier Shi is thinking about the country, but the army has military rules. If you mobilize the garrison at will, it will affect the army's rules. Moreover, you have no ill intentions, but it does not mean that others It’s for the sake of the country. The civil and military branches are separated. Civilians can mobilize the military at will without the consent of the Ministry of National Defense. Wouldn’t it be dangerous if we meet someone with ulterior motives?”
Shi Dakai snorted and turned his gaze to Li Zhen.
Li Zhen frowned and felt embarrassed.
Zhao Liewen smiled slightly and said: "The garrison cannot be mobilized easily, but people from the court can be mobilized to assist Vice Premier Shi. If problems are encountered, the court will intervene."
Li Zhen said: "Yes, courts have spread all over the country. I think it is feasible."
Zhao Liewen and Li Zhen both spoke, and Shi Dakai had no choice but to nod in agreement.
