Chapter 756 Industrial Transformation Is Imperative

Agricultural mechanization reform not only brings efficiency improvements, but also liberates a large number of agricultural labor forces, allowing more farmers to move to cities and enter other jobs to create more value.

Although agriculture is very important, it has to be said that from the perspective of social development, the added value of agriculture is indeed very low.

"A one-to-one thousand efficiency improvement."

Tang En spread his hands: "This means that as long as we provide three agricultural magic machines to a farm, we can liberate the labor force of a thousand farmers."

At this point, Tang En paused and added: "Of course, only if we make use of these liberated labor forces can it be considered truly effective development. If we cannot properly provide jobs for these unemployed farmers, , they will only become a destabilizing factor in society.”

Alleria came to her senses: "You mean, due to the emergence of these magic machines, there is no need for so much labor in agriculture now, so we need to guide them into the factories you want to support?"

"Yes."

Tang En snapped his fingers: "The development of industry cannot be separated from the labor force. Although we now have technology that can replace those workers, I don't want to do that. Only by accumulating experience at work and stimulating their innovative spirit can this race be successful." There will be vitality, and relying on one person’s words for everything will eventually lead to a dead end.”

"Okay, I'll just listen to you. Anyway, it's the Harvest Moon soon. Maybe this year's grain output can give us an answer."

Tang En smiled slightly and said, "Believe me, this year's grain output will give you a big surprise."

Although civil strife broke out in the Illus Empire during spring plowing, which affected the farming work in many areas, after Tang En succeeded to the throne, timely remedies were made, coupled with the rapid promotion of agricultural magic machinery, the final cultivated area On the contrary, there are more than last year. Coupled with the use of magic sprinkler machines, the drought situation in farmland has been well handled. This year is expected to be a rare bumper harvest.

"And the one in Hohenheim."

Fiona reminded Tang En.

"Oh yes."

Tang En clapped his hands and said to Alleria with a smile: "Regarding the issue of food, we have now obtained an alchemical technology called plant growth catalyst liquid, which can not only increase production, but also shorten the growth time of plants—— "

"This is impossible!"

Olena, who had been sitting quietly next to her, widened her eyes: "This is completely against common sense!"

"Nothing is impossible. The druid's life magic can also achieve the same effect."

Tang En spread his hands: "It's just that this time we are using the power of alchemy. Angus is researching this technology. After we find out and officially put it into production, it is very likely that you will see three or even four crops of wheat a year." And vegetables and fruits.”

Olina was shocked. If it is true as Tang En said, the use of plant growth catalytic liquid can greatly shorten the planting and harvesting time in farmland. Coupled with the large-scale popularization of agricultural magic machinery, I am afraid that in the next year In the time that comes, the food production capacity of the Ilrus Empire will increase several times, and those poor people at the bottom who are hungry every day can create more value after they have enough to eat - this means that the Ilrus Empire Will become richer and more powerful!

Keeping everyone fed may sound simple, but it is a difficult problem that has not been solved since ancient times.

Not only the Illrus Empire, but even Ronitant, who is very wealthy and whose per capita income far exceeds that of the Illrus Empire, has not been able to solve this problem so far.

Only one hundred and sixty-seven years have passed since the end of the Second Chaos Invasion War. For the long-lived species, it seems like yesterday, but for the short-lived humans, it has become history.

But neither the long-lived species nor the short-lived species have recovered from that tragic war. For example, the Naga and Furious Murlocs that once occupied the entire Abyssal Sea are now the only ones left. In a small area, the dragon clan that once ruled the entire sky is now quietly recuperating in the Heart of the Dragon...

The divided human country was once plunged into war, and it has only become slightly more peaceful in recent years. However, the sudden decrease in population during the war has brought huge difficulties to social development. The lack of basic agricultural labor has reduced food production. There is always insufficient food. More than 50% of the population does not have enough to eat all year round, 40% of the population is always hungry, and only 10% of the population can live a life of adequate food and clothing without worrying about food and clothing.

noble? Those nobles who occupied social resources were of course exceptions.

Therefore, whoever can keep all the people under his rule well-fed will be regarded as a famous king through the ages.

In the past, Ronitant was the country closest to solving the problem of food and clothing for the entire people, but now the Illrus Empire is showing signs of overtaking it.

Victor has always been unable to realize his wish. It has only been half a year since Tang En succeeded to the throne, but he has already seen hope. If he is given a few more years, maybe the Illrus Empire will really return to Pulan. Dahl's peak.

No, not maybe.

Olina looked at Tang En's profile and recalled what he said that night in the wilderness.

After all, he is a hero sent by the gods to save the world.

How could the problems of a mere human country be so difficult to defeat him?

"You don't have to worry about food. All in all, industrial transformation is imperative. It is impossible to become a powerful country relying solely on agriculture."

Tang En's words resonated with Fiona. Over the past year, she has personally experienced the changes in Ellington, and has a deep understanding of the impact of the magic industry on society, higher production efficiency, higher quality, and more More jobs bring greater wealth.

Compared with low-value social activities like agriculture, the production of magic energy industry requires more labor force to participate. These jobs not only allow those people to master more production skills besides farming, but also allow them to gain access to The opportunity for more income gives the basically solidified wealth a chance to circulate to the lower levels.

It's because those workers have so much income that Ellington's economy is so vibrant.

After listening to Tang En explain the meaning of wealth to the upper class, Fiona and Alleria's vision has changed greatly, and they understand Tang En's thoughts very well.

Alleria nodded: "Then we need to tailor the development direction and provide support according to the local conditions of each city?"

"It's not simple and direct support, that will only create their dependence."

Tang En shook his head and said: "My opinion is that we only provide policy guidance in the direction of the market. As for whether their development is good or bad, it is up to the market to decide. Unless necessary, we will not interfere with market economic activities."

Alleria asked: "What kind of situation is necessary?"

Tang En smiled slightly: "For example, what we did when we bought the Kadir family's magic crystal mine at the bottom."

Alleria and others understood instantly.

After finalizing the next development direction with Alleria, Tang En and Fiona returned to Ellington without stopping.

"His Majesty."

The two met Tina, who hurriedly handed a document to Tang En: "The traffic transformation in Fort Kasparmi has been completed. This is the list of local drivers to be recruited."

Tang En handed the document to Fiona with a glance, and then encouraged Tina: "Good job, keep up the good work."

Tina's face was filled with a shy smile: "It's an honor for Tina to help His Majesty... By the way, Sister Fiona, the people you sent to Bein have returned and are waiting to report."

"I understand, you go ahead and do your work."

After speaking, Fiona and Tang En went straight back to the study room of the Lord's Mansion: "Call Pylos to come in."

After a while, the maid brought Pyrrhus into the study. When Pyrrhus saw Tang En in the study, he was immediately flattered and immediately knelt down on one knee: "Pylos has met His Majesty Tang En!"

"Get up."

Tang En looked at him for a moment, and his doubtful eyes fell on Fiona.

"They are employees of our Datang Chamber of Commerce."

Fiona explained with a smile: "After seeing the last public opinion-led income situation, I fell in love with this tool... The recruitment work in Bein did not go well this time. Many laborers there were lost to textile factories. He is in control, so I sent him to Bein to build momentum for us... Tell me, how is the situation?"

Pyrrhos cheered up and stood up straight: "Report, I have honored my duty and have successfully spread the news about the bus and the bus driver. Now the lower-class residents of Bein know the benefits. As far as I know, There are now more than 50 people interested in signing up, and people are less resistant to becoming a bus driver."

Fiona frowned slightly: "Fifty people... According to Bein, fifty people is a bit small."

"This is just the beginning, don't be too anxious. As time goes by, more and more people will want to join."

Tang En smiled and patted her head. Fiona suddenly blushed and rolled her eyes at him dissatisfied.

Doing this suddenly in front of the employees made her very embarrassed.

Fiona looked up and saw Pyrrhus staring down at his toes - he saw nothing.

Fiona nodded with satisfaction: "You did a good job, go down, your bonus will be increased by fifty gold coins this month."

Pylos was overjoyed when he heard this: "Thank you, President, thank you, Your Majesty!"

After watching the happy Pyrrhus leave, Tang En said with a smile: "I didn't expect you to become so cunning now and learn to use these little tricks."

"Didn't I learn everything from you? You are far worse than me."

Fiona rolled her eyes. The longer she stayed in contact with Tang En, the more she understood his true nature.

Anyone who thinks that he is a simple and kind-hearted good old man is totally wrong.

Obviously, Fiona was deceived by him from the beginning.

While recruitment and training of bus drivers and traffic police were in full swing, Angus, who had been hiding in the Hohenheim library, suddenly received good news.