NFBE Chapter 40 Allocation Problem
Chapter 40 Allocation Problem
The current grain distribution, apart from those handed over to the government, is based on the amount of labor contributed.
However, they make up 70% of the population, but only 30% of the workforce.
Due to limited resources in the past two years, each person in the village had very little food, and last year they even had to apply for relief grain.
The year before last was a little better, but it was still affected to some extent, with each person receiving only about 340 jin of grain.
This is a very low case.
Even in the best years, the yield was only 390 jin, never exceeding 400 jin, which gives you an idea of how poor Shihua Village was.
This is also why there is such a serious problem of laziness in Shihua Village; distribution according to work is the ultimate solution.
Now that Lu Yuanqing has become an accountant, he will do his job well.
“Captain, the current grain distribution in our village is based on land area, labor force, and household registration, without considering the annual harvest of various grains. The land area and population are currently fixed, and the annual harvest is difficult to predict. However, the labor force, which can be changed, is the area that needs to be emphasized,” Lu Yuanqing stated his opinion.
"I know what you mean!" Zhao Zhongcai had been the brigade leader for more than just a day or two.
The terrain of Shihua Village is also unique. Unlike the flat plains of the north, the work areas are unevenly distributed, with slopes and ridges, which makes it very convenient for lazy people to avoid work.
This phenomenon is simply difficult to manage.
"But you should also know that this is a policy from above, intended to benefit the vast number of farmers and ensure that everyone can have enough to eat. How could they possibly be willing to change it!" Zhao Zhongcai said with worry.
Lu Yuanqing rolled his eyes inwardly. He saw right through this captain. He didn't know if the captain cared a lot about his position or something else, but the captain was a typical guy who didn't want to offend anyone.
This is actually a characteristic of rural areas. Think about it, everyone in the village is someone you know, many are relatives, and even more are elders. You see each other all the time, so naturally, you won't be so absolute in your dealings with others, and you'll prefer to be a peacemaker.
Lu Yuanqing's views are the true views of the post-00s generation. For them, as long as it's the right thing to do, they don't care who your relatives are, even their own fathers, they'll roll up their sleeves and get to work, without giving anyone face.
Lu Yuanqing couldn't help but think of the village officials of the post-90s and post-00s generations in later years, who were "uncompromising" in the countryside, showing no mercy to anyone and directly cracking down on illegal land occupation.
If anyone acts arrogantly in front of their relatives, they will be dealt with directly.
Lu Yuanqing sighed, suddenly feeling extremely envious of this kind of environment where no one had to show favoritism.
He won't need to 'brainwash' Zhao Zhongcai here and make him a pioneer!
“Uncle Zhao, I know that everyone in the village is related by marriage, but I believe that as a village cadre, I am recognized by the commune. What I said back then was not just empty talk; we were doing it for the good of the village!”
“Uncle Zhao, you’ve done so much for the village. Everyone recognizes you and remembers your contributions. You did it all for their own good, to make their lives better, so that they can at least have enough to eat. Isn’t that what we cadres all wish for?”
“A while ago, you told everyone that as long as the potatoes were harvested, you would lend them grain first. You saw it yourself. When everyone heard that they could get grain and wouldn’t go hungry, their enthusiasm was unprecedented during that period!”
They were no longer listless or lazy. They worked in the fields from dawn till dusk, and the potatoes that would normally take more than a week to harvest were unexpectedly harvested in just five days.
Zhao Zhongcai remained silent, but his expression clearly softened slightly.
Lu Yuanqing pressed on, "See, this shows the problem, doesn't it? Are people usually this motivated?"
"I think we can change the '70% work-30% labor' system, and then you'll see a change in the villagers!"
"Change it?" Zhao Zhongcai was taken aback. "Change it to 'Ren San Lao Qi'?"
Zhao Zhongcai wanted to take out a cigarette and smoke it again.
He was both excited and had clearly already imagined what the scene would be like after the change.
She glanced at Lu Yuanqing with a hint of helplessness.
This guy, why is he so quick to cause trouble!
Isn't it better to stay calm and obedient? He's most afraid of change.
It's important to understand that not every change leads to a good outcome, nor can it always satisfy everyone. He had been the brigade leader for several years, always keeping to himself and having any restless thoughts, which he suppressed within his own ranks.
He always told himself to avoid making mistakes, avoid causing trouble, and simply live a peaceful life, not to seek merit but to avoid making mistakes.
But now, the thoughts he had been suppressing were so easily brought up by Lu Yuanqing.
Left with no other choice, Zhao Zhongcai glared at Lu Yuanqing.
Lu Yuanqing was bewildered by the glare. He was only able to say these things to Zhao Zhongcai based on his own understanding of Zhao Zhongcai.
This person is fair in his dealings, but he is a bit timid and hesitant to make changes easily. However, he at least has the heart to do good for the production team.
Otherwise, he wouldn't waste his time and breath here.
Did he see it wrong?
Zhao Zhongcai thought for a moment, then sighed helplessly, "Yuan Qing! You're just asking for trouble!"
Nonsense! In the past, food consumption accounted for 70% of the population. If we want to change it to 30%, the villagers will surely cause an uproar.
Lu Yuanqing smiled and said, "Uncle Zhao, you're the captain, who would give you a hard time?"
Zhao Zhongcai rolled his eyes at him, not even bothering to give him a hard time. But with such a decision, people would be ready to throw punches, let alone give him a hard time.
Lu Yuanqing could obviously guess the problems that would follow. If you touch someone’s interests, you have to understand what kind of opposition they will have.
Although I felt a little embarrassed to pass the difficult problem to Zhao Zhongcai, what could I do? He was the team leader!
Lu Yuanqing patted his chest, thankfully he had no conscience, otherwise he would be feeling terrible right now!
Lu Yuanqing smiled reassuringly and said, "Uncle Zhao, everyone is just having trouble accepting it right now. Once they understand, they might even be grateful to you!"
Ultimately, the true effectiveness of any measure can only be determined through practical application.
"Thank me?" Zhao Zhongcai scoffed. "As long as they stop cursing me every day!"
Never underestimate the fighting power of the village aunties.
Changing the distribution system would harm their interests the most.
"It's a great deed that benefits the present generation!" Lu Yuanqing chuckled sheepishly.
Besides, this is just the first step! There will be many more decisions to be made in the future, and Zhao Zhongcai will need to take the lead in those decisions!
Zhao Zhongcai, who was being talked about, sneezed. Who was thinking about him?