Chapter 378 Sweet Potato Experimental Field Project Post-War Statistics
Chapter 378 Sweet Potato Experimental Field Project Post-War Statistics
Five days have passed since the end of the Battle of Oigawa.
The follow-up disposal is still ongoing, and the whole Yunnan province is busy everywhere.
Lu Yunyi and other scouts of the vanguard army stayed in Dingbian City to recuperate.
No. 1 Dongwang Street is a mansion that is exceptionally grand and yet retains an ancient charm. It belongs to the Xiping Marquis Mansion.
Deep in the mansion, a study stood quietly.
The door lintel is carved with intricate patterns of clouds and water. When the door is slightly closed, a faint scent of ink and a dim light can be seen through.
The study is spacious and antique.
The surrounding walls are tightly surrounded by towering bookshelves, which are densely packed with all kinds of books.
It is divided by carved wooden boards and decorated with small bronze animals.
In the middle of the study, there is a long table with a surface as smooth as a mirror.
It is now filled with books and looks a bit messy.
Lu Yunyi was sitting at the table at this moment, wearing a black gown stained with some dirt. His face looked a little tired, with dark circles around his eyes.
He is holding a book tightly in his hand.
His eyes were solemn and flickering with thought, and from time to time he raised his hand to scratch his head gently.
Makes greasy and messy hair even messier.
I don’t know how much time passed,
Lu Yunyi let out a heavy sigh.
He closed his eyes helplessly and rubbed his eyebrows gently.
After a while, he opened his eyes and looked at the table.
There are many books on agronomy filled with upside-down pages on it.
The Book of Fan Shengzhi by Fan Shengzhi of the Western Han Dynasty,
"Monthly Orders for the Four Classes of People" by Cui Shi in the late Eastern Han Dynasty
The Qi Min Yao Shu by Jia Sixie of the Northern Wei Dynasty,
Chen Fu's Agricultural Book in the Southern Song Dynasty
Wang Zhen's Book of Agriculture by Wang Zhen of the Yuan Dynasty.
Then there are some rare ancient manuscripts.
Each book was slightly worn from being read many times and was placed in a haphazard manner on the table.
Every time he scanned these books, Lu Yunyi would feel the veins on his forehead throbbing and a sharp pain.
The gradually blurred memories are attacking the brain.
I stayed awake for three full days.
Only then did he begin to understand how to grow sweet potatoes and other crops.
He also knew that what he learned from books was only theoretical knowledge.
To really make sweet potatoes bloom and bear fruit, knowledge in the field is required.
This requires the old farmers in the Dusi and the Provincial Administration to take care of it.
All he had to do was to complete the preliminary construction of the experimental field and allow the sweet potatoes to show as many possibilities as possible.
In this way, you can slowly choose from them and always find the best method.
With a light sigh, Lu Yunyi looked at the noise in the house.
The originally clean and tidy carpet was now covered with footprints filled with mud.
The long table where the books were placed was also covered with mud and sand, and even the body was covered with mud and sand.
Lu Yunyi shook his head helplessly and began to tidy up the many books on the table.
He quickly cleared out a vacant space.
He took out a booklet, paper and pen from the side and sat down.
He wanted to write down some plans while his mind was clear.
Lu Yunyi picked up the pen and started writing, and big words appeared on the booklet.
It was still twisted left and right, and he felt very strange.
Maybe it's because I'm used to holding a long knife, so now when I hold a pen, something feels wrong.
[Detailed plan for the sweet potato planting experiment in Yunnan]
1. Background and Objectives
In the 22nd year of the Hongwu reign of the Ming Dynasty, sweet potatoes were introduced into the Ming Dynasty as an unknown crop.
Its adaptability and planting techniques in Yunnan region are yet to be explored.
This plan aims to explore the best propagation methods, planting techniques and field management measures for sweet potatoes in Yunnan through experimental planting, so as to provide a basis and support for subsequent large-scale promotion.
Contributor: Lu Yunyi, guest of the crown prince and assistant commander of the Peking Metropolitan Government.
2. Experimental Planting Preparation
1. Planting time and location
Planting time: According to the climate characteristics of Yunnan, choose spring, February to April, for planting.
The temperature is suitable at this time, which is conducive to the growth of sweet potatoes.
Planting location: fertile fields and orphanages in Dusi.
Requirements: Select sandy loam or loam with deep soil, good drainage and moderate fertility as the experimental field to ensure the growth environment of sweet potatoes.
2. Land preparation
Deep plowing: Use agricultural tools for deep plowing to increase soil looseness, which is beneficial to the development of sweet potato roots.
Apply sufficient base fertilizer: Use decomposed farmyard manure as base fertilizer.
The amount applied per acre depends on the soil fertility to ensure the nutrients needed for sweet potato growth.
3. Seed potato acquisition and processing
Seed potato acquisition: Select healthy, disease- and insect-free seed potatoes from the seized sweet potatoes.
Seed potato processing: Place the seed potatoes in a warm, well-ventilated environment to germinate, and divide them after the buds sprout. Each divided part should have at least one bud.
3. Exploration of breeding methods
1. Propagation by cuttings
Cutting material: Choose healthy and sturdy sweet potato vines as cutting material.
Cutting time: During the vigorous growth period of the vine, choose sunny weather for cutting.
Cutting method: Cut the vine into segments of about four to six inches, retaining two to three leaves in each segment.
Insert into the prepared soil to a depth of about three inches.
Keep the soil moist to promote rooting.
2. Layering propagation
Layering material: Choose sweet potato vines that are growing well and free of pests and diseases as layering material.
Layering time: During the vigorous growth period of the vine, choose a weather with moist soil and suitable temperature to carry out layering.
Layering method: Bend the vine and press it into the soil, covering part of the vine with soil, leaving only the leaves exposed.
Keep the soil moist to promote rooting.
After the new roots grow, they can be separated from the mother plant to form a new plant.
4. Field management
1. Intertillage and weeding
Regularly cultivate and weed to keep the soil loose and reduce competition from weeds on sweet potatoes.
2. Moisture management
Keep the soil moist and avoid waterlogging!
When encountering drought weather, irrigation is needed in time.
In case of heavy rain, drainage must be carried out in time.
3. Pest and disease control
Use physical methods, such as manual catching of insects, or biological methods, such as using natural enemies, to control pests and diseases.
Pay attention to the growth of sweet potatoes, and detect and deal with diseases and pests in a timely manner.
4. Fertilization management
According to the growth of sweet potatoes, apply farmyard manure or green manure in a timely manner to provide sufficient nutrient support.
V. Observation and Recording
Detailed records of sweet potato growth, effectiveness of propagation methods, occurrence of pests and diseases, and weather changes were kept to provide support for subsequent analysis.
VI. Expected Results and Summary
Through this experimental planting plan.
We hope to explore the best breeding methods, planting techniques and field management measures for sweet potatoes in Yunnan.
Summarize experiences and lessons learned, and optimize planting techniques and management measures.
Provide basis and technical support for subsequent large-scale promotion.
We hope that the successful cultivation of sweet potatoes in Yunnan will bring about innovation in agricultural production.
This is a great achievement for generations to come, so please give your all.
"call"
After the last word fell, Lu Yunyi let out a long sigh.
I just feel exhausted and mentally tired.
I looked at the time and half an hour had passed.
Looking at the manuscript in front of me again, it has been revised beyond recognition and has lost all its aesthetic appeal.
Sure enough, people still have to do what they are good at.
"Someone is coming."
As the voice fell, Feng Yunfang, who was standing at the door, hurried in.
"Sir, some new farmers have been found and are waiting outside."
Lu Yunyi looked at the document in his hand and waved his hand:
"Let them go back, and pay them the money they deserve. Also, make ten copies of this document."
Feng Yunfang stepped forward and took the document: "Yes!"
Lu Yunyi looked at the mess in the house and ordered again:
"Tell someone to clean it up. Be careful not to damage the furniture and books."
Feng Yunfang smiled and said, "Yes!"
After Feng Yunfang left, Lu Yunyi slowly stood up, holding his waist.
He slowly moved and walked out of the study.
As he stepped over the threshold, the sunlight hit him in the face, making him feel warm, and the air was full of freshness.
Lu Yunyi stood there lazily.
Enjoying the sun bath, feeling a little drowsy,
But as soon as he closed his eyes, a vast amount of military affairs would appear and pile up in front of him without stopping.
At this time, Feng Yunfang rushed back and whispered:
"Sir, the preliminary statistics of the military's casualties have been completed. Would you like to take a look?"
Lu Yunyi slowly opened his eyes, a trace of sadness flashed in his eyes, his expression was complicated, and his facial features were twisted.
"Ask Lu Tianyu and Jiang Feng to come over with them, and bring their statistics."
"Yes!"
Feng Yunfang ran away again.
Lu Yunyi looked at his back with a complicated expression.
Although there are bound to be casualties on the battlefield,
But this time, the scouts of the front army suffered heavy losses, especially in the attack on Jingdong camp.
In the end, they were outnumbered and suffered many casualties.
Soon, Feng Yunfang led the two men over.
The two of them were now wearing clear and clean armor.
Although they were civilian officers in the military, there were some marks of knife and axe carvings on their armor.
Each of them held a thick document in their hands, and their faces were extremely solemn.
Seeing them, Lu Yunyi felt irritated for no reason.
It's not about people, but about things.
He looked at Lu Tianyu and said calmly:
"You come in first."
Jiang Feng breathed a sigh of relief and stood where he was.
She gave him a wishing look.
Lu Tianyu only felt his steps were heavy.
The burden on my shoulders suddenly became much heavier, and I followed him in.
The house has been cleaned and the carpet has been replaced with a new one.
The tables, chairs and benches were neatly arranged, the books were neatly arranged, and the large desk was spacious again, no longer crowded.
Lu Yunyi sat at the top, took the document handed over by Lu Tianyu, and flipped through two pages.
The shocking numbers on it are hard to look at.
Then he said directly: "You tell me."
Lu Tianyu pursed his lips and spoke in a deep voice,
The cold and steady voice continued to echo in the study.
“The total number of our troops is 5,300, but after several consecutive fierce battles recently, the number of casualties has reached nearly 3,000.
The war horses also suffered heavy losses.
The detailed damage report is as follows.”
Lu Tianyu took a deep breath, a look of determination flashed in his eyes, and he spoke in a deep voice:
“The casualties.
Death toll: 785.
Among them, 560 people died in direct combat.
Those who died from indirect injuries such as explosions and gunfire: 120 people.
The number of deaths due to non-combat factors such as illness and infection: 105 people.
Number of seriously injured: 560.
Those who lost their combat effectiveness and required long-term treatment: 320 people.
Those with physical disabilities or requiring amputation: 140 people.
Those whose internal organs were damaged and whose survival was unknown: 100 people.
Number of slightly injured: 655.
Those who suffered skin abrasions, knife wounds and arrow wounds: 350 people.
Those with fractures, dislocations, and broken limbs: 200 people.
Minor burns and scalds: 105 people. "
The voice echoed, and Lu Yunyi sat there quietly with a gloomy face.
The fist hanging at one side was clenched tightly, with veins showing.
Lu Tianyu continued:
“3. Damage to the warhorse.
Death Horses: Four Hundred and Fifty.
Deaths directly due to combat: 300.
Deaths due to indirect injuries such as explosions, artillery fire, etc.: 100 horses.
Deaths due to non-combat factors such as illness: 50 horses.
Seriously injured war horses: 350.
Those who are unable to walk due to leg injuries: 200 horses.
Those with torso injuries: 100 horses.
Blindness due to eye injury: fifty horses.
Slightly injured war horses: 700.
For those with epidermal abrasions and scratches: 500 pieces.
Those with minor fractures or dislocations: 150 horses.
Horses with lost or damaged horseshoes: fifty.
Of these, nearly 1,200 horses are no longer able to participate in the war."
Lu Tianyu showed some sadness on his face, and his voice was choked:
"During the Luchuan battle, the front scouts suffered incalculable damage.
Both casualties and horse losses reached their highest level since the founding of the army.
However, it is these brave and fearless comrades and horses that
They used their blood and lives to win precious opportunities for our army and lay the foundation for victory.
The Military Discipline Department is deeply saddened and respectful;
I pay my highest respects to all the fallen and injured comrades and horses."
"Reporting by: Lu Tianyu from the Military Discipline Department."
"Report date: April 10, the 22nd year of Hongwu."
The sound falls,
The room fell into complete silence, and Lu Tianyu's soft sobs echoed in the study.
Lu Yunyi sat quietly on the mahogany chair, his head leaning back with empty eyes.
More than a thousand men were killed, more than a thousand horses were killed,
This was not only the first time that the front army scouts suffered heavy casualties;
It was also the first time Lu Yunyi experienced heavy losses.
In particular, a large number of the dead and injured were from his hometown of Gyeongju.
Maybe it was his playmate who grew up with him.
Or maybe they are the descendants of some uncle or aunt in the city.
Deaths and injuries on the battlefield are not scary; what is scary is not being able to face your family back home.
Lu Yunyi didn't know how to explain to his fellow villagers.
He felt the same way as Xiang Yu at this moment.
None of the eight thousand Jiangdong soldiers survived, and they were ashamed to face the people of Jiangdong.
After an unknown amount of time, Lu Yunyi spoke in a deep voice:
"All the names will be recorded and submitted to the Five Military Commandery after returning to Beijing.
Whether they are injured or dead, the compensation should be generous and do not be stingy with money.
Military merit should also be given priority.
The military merits of the deceased will be doubled, and those of the killed will be doubled. The same applies to those who are seriously injured and unable to continue serving in the army.
All the dead horses were buried, and plaques were carved for them as a memorial for the front scouts.
Treat the wounded horses as best as possible and treat them well.
I don't want to see a situation where you were my comrade yesterday and ended up in the pot tomorrow.
If found, they will be punished by military law and their merits will be revoked!"
Lu Tianyu pursed his lips and nodded heavily:
"Yes!"
Lu Yunyi turned his head, closed his eyes, and gently pinched his eyebrows.
"Go on, tell me about your gains."
"Yes!"
Lu Tianyu turned the page of the book in his hand, his expression suddenly tensed up.
Even though I have seen the numbers before me many times,
But every time he looked at it, he was secretly frightened.
After taking a deep breath, Lu Tianyu spoke in a deep voice:
"Since our front-line scouts entered Yunnan, we have made a rough estimate.
A total of more than 240,000 enemies were killed and more than 70,000 were captured.
According to the overall planning of the Dusi, a total of 950,000 soldiers and civilians were mobilized for the Luchuan battle, and our troops accounted for 30% of them.
Fighting in the mountains of Dali City: killed 2,000 enemies and captured 50.
Seizing the Golden Tooth Guards: Killing 11,000 enemies and capturing 8,000.
Fighting against the Youyu Tribe: Killed six thousand enemies.
The Jinchi Guards fought against Luchuan Aruta: killed 35,000 enemies and captured 2,000.
Jingdong Luchuan Camp: 90,000 enemies killed and 50,000 captured.
Battle of Dajingchuan in Dingbian: 60,000 enemies killed and 10,000 captured.
After the words fell, Lu Yunyi suddenly laughed and muttered to himself:
"It's true that a tall tree attracts the wind."
Lu Tianyu saw that Lu Yunyi was in a low mood.
Pursed her lips and comforted softly:
“Sir, we are very lucky to have such a great harvest and such low damage.
When the Dusi was coordinating the work, several adults saw these statistics and were full of praise. "
Lu Yunyi straightened up and leaned back in his chair.
I picked up the tea beside me and held it in my hands, feeling the warmth.
"Okay, don't say anything like that.
In addition to the elephant soldiers and elite troops around Si Lunfa,
The rest are just a mob, and if they were replaced by other elite soldiers, they would suffer the same kind of casualties.
The Military Discipline Department should continue to promote the idea of not being arrogant or discouraged.
Remember not to get carried away by such achievements.
Forget it, don’t publicize the killing of enemies, publicize more the casualties so that the brothers know the cruelty of war.
In addition, it has been a few days since we took a break. Have we decided on a plan for resuming training?
The end of the Luchuan war does not mean we can rest.
You need to accumulate experience and practice hard, so that you can make rapid progress. "
Hearing this, Lu Tianyu couldn't help but shudder and said quickly:
"Reporting to the Lord, General Liu has issued the detailed rules of the drill yesterday, and it has already begun today."
Lu Yunyi's expression eased a little and he nodded slightly:
“Yes, wait until the training is over.
The Military Discipline Department should work together with the Secretariat to gather all generals above the rank of flag bearer in the army.
In order to discuss the negligence in the war, Feng Yunfang was asked to take the draft of his battle plan for reference.
To observe the changes, responses, and understanding of a military commander regarding the war situation.
The illiterate generals in the army gave them death orders.
If I can’t finish my paperwork this year, I’ll go home and farm.”
"Yes!"
Lu Tianyu shuddered again and expressed sympathy for the generals in the army.
If he remembers correctly.
The combat deployment for this trip consisted of three large boxes and thousands of documents.
"You frequently go back and forth with the army. Have you set a date for the army's return to Kunming?"
"Your Excellency, we may have to wait for some more time.
The army had not yet finished disposing of the bodies on the Luchuan battlefield.
In addition, the bodies in the Luchuan camp in Jingdong also need to be dealt with, and the navy has already gone there.
We must continue to advance towards Jingdong and recapture the lost city in one fell swoop."
Lu Yunyi blinked in confusion.
I patted my head lightly, wondering how I could have forgotten about this.
"Okay, tell Jiang Feng to go back.
Distribute 30% of the treasures seized on this trip to the soldiers, and keep a record of the rest."
Lu Tianyu's eyes suddenly widened:
"My Lord, 30% is too much.
You don’t know that there are all kinds of good stuff in those Luchuan camps.”
Lu Yunyi waved his hand:
"Alright, alright, money is something outside of our body, don't be stingy, just let him do it."
"Yes!"
(End of this chapter)