Chapter 394: Inspecting the Plantation
Looking at Zhuang Haiyang, who was riding on a black horse and galloping on the pasture, as long as he didn't admit it, I believe no one would know that this was his first time riding a horse. But judging by his horseback riding skills, he is no different from an experienced rider.
Only Zhuang Haiyang knows that he begs for a living on the sea all year round, and the degree to which the ship shakes on the sea is sometimes more ferocious than that of a horse. As long as he makes sure that his body is balanced, he can naturally ride on horseback and enjoy the joy of riding.
Wang Yanming and the others, who were standing on the sidelines and watching, also looked a little envious in their hearts. For men, they are happy to have the opportunity to try to be a horse runner. It's a pity that they really haven't ridden a horse!
Even the little girl who was held in her arms had her eyes open and said, "Mom, I want to ride a big horse!"
For the little girl, even if she is not very old, she also knows that riding a horse seems to be fun. Faced with her daughter's request, Lin Xin could only comfort: "Mengmeng, don't make trouble, wait for your uncle to come back, okay?"
"Okay, I want my uncle to take me, okay?"
"Good!"
Lin Xin, who knows how much Zhuang Haiyang dotes on his daughter, is not afraid that Zhuang Haiyang will not agree. It's just that in her heart, she is still a little worried about her daughter's safety. Riding a horse is undoubtedly riskier than riding a car.
From the initial caution, to now walking like flying, Zhuang Haiyang, who tried to ride a horse for the first time, showed riding skills, which also shocked Jennook and others. They didn't expect this boss to be so good at riding.
When the black horse that stepped down began to pant a little, Zhuang Haiyang finally pulled up the reins and said, "Huh!"
The running black horse gradually slowed down until it came to a complete stop. Zhuang Haiyang, who turned over and dismounted, also said excitedly: "Nuke, the prince is indeed good." The feeling of riding a horse is indeed much cooler than driving. β
"That's natural! For real cowboys, they'd rather ride on horseback than in a car. β
After a small compliment, Zhuang Haiyang, who was walking with the black horse, also smiled and said, "Princess, do you want to feel it?"
"I don't know how to ride!
"It's all right, let the prince rest first, I'll take the fire fox out, and you sit on the back of the horse and find a feeling." You can even drive a boat, and I think horseback riding shouldn't be too difficult for you. With me here, what are you afraid of?"
"Well, I'll try then!"
For Concubine Li, although she was a little scared in her heart. But she still hopes to learn to ride a horse as soon as possible, so that in the future, she can ride a horse with Zhuang Haiyang, inspect the ranch belonging to the two of them, and become a qualified ranch owner.
While leading the black horse into the stable, Zhuang Haiyang picked some fruits that he loved to eat. While others are not paying attention, rub a few drops of Dinghai Zhushui water on the fruit. Smelling the smell of water on the fruit, the black horse also seemed extremely happy.
"Eat more! In the future, as long as you are obedient, you will be indispensable. β
After touching the black horse that had been completely subdued by himself and giving it some benefits, Zhuang Haiyang handed a fruit to Concubine Li in the same way. Then let him pass the fruit to the yellow horse who was locked in another shed.
Sure enough, smelling the smell of Dinghai pearl water emitted from the fruit, Huang Ma also seemed extremely happy. Even, there was a bit of urgency in his eyes. Seeing this scene, Concubine Li naturally felt happy.
Zhuang Haiyang, who tied the saddle prepared by Januk and took out the yellow horse, also said in a timely manner: "Princess, come, you get on the horse first." Hold on to the saddle and I'll lead you around a few times. When you get used to it, I'll take you on a few more laps. β
"Good!"
Just when the two were enjoying the fun of riding a horse, the little girl said a little vibly: "Uncle, uncle, I want to ride a big horse too!"
Facing the little girl with an anxious face, Zhuang Haiyang finally said, "Okay, then you can sit with your aunt, okay?"
"Good!"
handed the little girl who was a little excited to the arms of Concubine Li, who had already got on the horse, and after letting her hug her, Zhuang Haiyang also leisurely led the horse and took the two to walk through the ranch. For this scene, no one else felt that there was anything wrong.
On the other hand, the employees who work on the ranch can also feel when they see this scene that their boss also dotes on his fiancΓ©e. This also means that in the future, when they work on the ranch, they should also give Concubine Li proper respect.
The little girl who was held in the arms of Concubine Li was also very excited and shouted 'driving' from time to time. Wang Yanming and his wife, who were following behind, also felt a little crying and laughing. But as a father, Wang Yanming felt that he had an obligation to learn to ride a horse.
Only in this way will he be able to ride a horse with his daughter when he lives in the ranch in the future. Instead of finding her a so-called wooden horse or a plastic horse, as on the island, to coax her to play the game of 'riding a big horse'.
In view of the extra little girl in his arms, Zhuang Haiyang did not take Concubine Li to ride a horse in the end. After walking around, looking at the plantation not far away, Zhuang Haiyang also said in a timely manner: "Princess, let's go to the plantation and have a look!"
"Okay, but what about this horse?"
"It's okay, just let Januk send someone to take it back. When I have time in the afternoon, I'll take you out for a ride!"
One horse is enough to carry two people, and if there is one more child, Zhuang Haiyang is also worried that it will cause the horse to stumble. Therefore, the idea of taking Concubine Li for a ride on a horse can only be dispelled for the time being, and then find another opportunity.
After dismounting, Zhuang Haiyang taught the yellow horse to the employees called by Januk and asked him to lead him back to the stable. The group walked to the plantation not far away. At first glance, the plantation also looks lush.
This is different from when the ranch was first purchased, when it was still deserted to grow corn. Today, the site has been repurposed to grow seasonal fruits, as well as fruits and vegetables that are equally popular in New Zealand.
For example, tomatoes, which can be used as fruits and vegetables, as long as they can be grown, I believe there is no market. On top of that, these tomatoes are all organic produce, and the market price is naturally not cheap.
When the group walked into the plantation and saw that there were familiar red fruits inside, the little girl hurriedly ran over with her little short legs, and said happily: "Uncle, there are so many red fruits! Uncle, can you eat this red fruit?"
"Of course, let Mommy take you to pick it, then wash it and eat it." You taste it and see if it tastes good!"
"Well, I'll taste it!"
The crowd who heard this also burst out laughing. Taking this opportunity, Zhuang Haiyang called Will to his side and said, "Will, have all the fruits and vegetables from the plantation been sent for testing and identification?"
"Yes, BOSS! Both strawberries and greens have passed the highest organic certification standards. Several well-known restaurants on the main island of the former have called to inquire about purchasing. It's just that I didn't agree according to the boss's intentions. β
"OK! In terms of the current production of the plantation, I think it can be supplied in small quantities, and see how well the market accepts the fruits and vegetables from our plantations. If you are a supplier, you will only agree to two for the time being, and you will talk about the specifics.
I have only one requirement, everything that is produced on our ranch must be of high quality. Since it is a high-quality product, it is definitely necessary to give a price that meets the quality of the product. If they don't agree, I'd rather give these things away for free. β
"What you mean, I see. Please rest assured, I will definitely help the BOSS and negotiate a reasonable price. β
"Will, you should know that I don't spend too much time on the ranch each year. Correspondingly, I trust you and Janouk. So, if you want to get higher rewards or even dividends, then show me the proof of results.
The cattle and sheep on the ranch are currently managed by Januk. In the future, when the cattle and sheep are slaughtered, if I can make money, I will naturally not treat the cowboys who take care of the cattle and sheep badly. Correspondingly, the income from the plantation will be counted on you. β
If you want the horses to run, you naturally have to give the horses grazing. Compared with getting a fixed salary, Zhuang Haiyang believes that Jennook and Will will not dislike an extra bonus or even dividends every month. In these days, who would be afraid that money is hot?
Receiving this recognition, Will was also very excited and said: "BOSS, please rest assured, I will definitely work hard." β
Walking into the plantation, Zhuang Haiyang also said in a timely manner: "Sister-in-law, wait a minute, pick some greens by the way, let's taste it first." The environment and climate here are different from those of Nanshan Island. The greens that can be grown should taste pretty good. β
"Okay!
"In addition, I have time to come and pick up a basket of fruits and vegetables every day as fruit at home. Not only do you like it, but I'm sure you will too. It's a bit of a pity that our kiwi orchard will have to wait a few months to taste. β
When I bought the ranch before, the kiwifruit had also been harvested. In this case, Zhuang Haiyang had to ask people to re-take care of it first, and then, according to his instructions, lay a drip irrigation system, and expand the scale of the orchard.
At least Zhuang Haiyang knows that the kiwifruit of New Zealand is exported to China every year. For Zhuang Haiyang, if the kiwifruit cultivated is of excellent quality, he doesn't mind selling the kiwifruit from the pasture as a high-end fruit.
In the short term, if you want to earn back the money you bought the ranch, it is certainly impossible. It can end the situation of ranch loss, which is also what Zhuang Haiyang must do. This also means that the first year is actually important for the farm.
First cultivate the market to make the ranch famous, and then expand the scale of breeding and planting of the ranch. For Zhuang Haiyang, even if he just came over yesterday. Last night, in the dead of night, he re-combed the underground water veins of the pasture.
As long as it continues to be combed for a period of time, the fresh water pumped out of the underground water veins of the pasture will also be rich in many nutrients after being nourished by Dinghai Zhu. In addition to nourishing the pasture, the crops grown will also be of excellent quality.
Even if the transplanted vineyards have been expanded, Zhuang Haiyang will expand the scale of planting this year. For him, how could he run such a large ranch without his own winery?
As for the quality of the grapes grown, he really wasn't too worried. With the bug of Dinghai Zhushui, he believes that the wine made from pasture grapes will also become an upstart in the wine market in the future!