1986: Old Stories in Northeast China

"Sister, brother-in-law, is this a mushroom? How did it grow like this?" Han Zhenwen asked stutteringly. "I don't know. I haven't been home these days." Chen Tiezhu said with a wry smile. He was really a little uneasy. Normal fresh mushrooms, even if they are larger, are limited in size. But now he saw wildly growing fresh mushrooms, the big ones were as big as his palm. Two pieces of fresh mushrooms can stir-fry a dish. "Tiezhu, these fresh mushrooms are really great. Although the number is a little small, there are some on every shelf." Professor Xu's voice came from behind. Everyone hurriedly made way for Professor Xu to come over. "Old Xu, do you mean that these mushrooms have some mutations?" Chen Tiezhu asked. Professor Xu nodded, "It is indeed a manifestation of mutation, but combined with the current situation, it should be a natural mutation. The growth of mushrooms is actually very interesting. The later it grows, the faster it grows, and the maturity period is also very short."

"Like these mushrooms now, they have reached maturity. If they are not cut today, the taste will be much worse tomorrow. This is about three days shorter than the growth period of our normal varieties."

"Next, I will carry out seed preservation and cultivation of these heterotrophic mushrooms. If we can really succeed, we can plant them in large quantities in the future. I think it is no problem to increase the yield by 50%."

"Okay, okay, okay, Lao Xu, do whatever you want, research whatever you want, tell me what you need. If I can't buy it, I will ask the provincial leaders to send it to us." Chen Tiezhu said hurriedly.

He estimated in his heart that it was still some changes caused by the space water he sprayed. But he really didn't know whether this change could be preserved.

And these wildly growing mushrooms also opened up new ideas for him.

In the future, the seeds of crops in the space can really be taken out and mixed with ordinary seeds. Will they be able to preserve and breed after mutation?

It seems that the whole seed research department will be needed next. Otherwise, why do you always mutate here, but other people's land does not mutate?

Even if you have figured it out long ago and can play freely, you must pay attention to safety.

"Tiezhu, it's not just the mushrooms on these culture media that perform well. Come with me and take a look at the culture media you made with the corn cavity for the first time." Professor Xu continued.

Chen Tiezhu nodded and followed Professor Xu to the innermost.

"These culture media look very good at the moment. The growth density of mycelium is much greater than that of our first batch of plantings." Professor Xu said with a smile.

"This also proves that your idea is good. Although our experiment has not been completed yet, I dare to say that corn cavities can completely replace straw."

"By extension, we can also look for other materials for further attempts. If we can use a variety of materials to make culture media, then we can really reduce the cost of culture media."

"I have also discussed with Village Chief Jianguo these two days and converted an office next to our brigade headquarters into a mushroom house. Our mushroom sticks are now being cultivated there. Now that it is ready, the villagers can plant them earlier."

"Hehe, it seems that you have done a lot of things during the days I was away from home. Why did you decide this way?" Chen Tiezhu asked in some confusion.

"In fact, this was discovered by Guo Tianye. He found that some mushrooms have a different growth rate from the surrounding..., which is a bit complicated to say." Professor Xu said.

"Let's put it simply. Isn't there a thick root at the tail of the mushroom? He measured it. Then he found that some of them grew faster than the surrounding ones, so he paid attention to it."

"In the beginning, it was not obvious. In the past two days, it has really grown wildly. This also reminds us that our standard temperature and humidity are only recommended values."

"In our mushroom house, the temperature and humidity cannot be controlled as well as in the laboratory. And some subtle changes may affect the growth rate of mushrooms."

"So when we promote it in the future, it is not easy to tell the villagers how many days it will take to grow and harvest. It can only be an approximate date. When the date is approaching, you have to prepare in advance."

Chen Tiezhu nodded seriously, "Okay, I remember this. Guo Tianye, I will give you a credit. This month, you will get a bonus of 20 yuan, and Professor Xu and Wang Qiang will each get 10 yuan."

"Ah? Brother Tiezhu, you are giving me so much?"Guo Tianye was a little uneasy.

"I think these are too little, I'm afraid you'll be proud if I give you too much." Chen Tiezhu said with a smile.

"Although your establishment is still in the Provincial Academy of Agricultural Sciences, you are working for me now, so the bonus should be given."

"By the way, this bonus is extra. When we calculate in the future, we will have a unified bonus. There is no standard yet, and it depends on how these mushrooms are."

"What else can it be? They have grown so well, so there must be a bonus." Zhou Fengxia said with a smile.

"Hahahaha, that's a must." Chen Tiezhu said happily.

"These mushrooms are really good. Well, let's see if they are good enough to be harvested. Let's get a batch first. Let Yingzi take them to the town canteen first, and then I'll get some from the county bureau and the county canteen. Is it enough to harvest?"

"Tiezhu, that depends on how much you harvest. There is no standard for whether it is enough or not. "Professor Xu said nervously.

"Don't worry, there must be enough for your research." Chen Tiezhu was happy.

"Originally, I planned to sell a batch of money for these mushrooms to relieve my stress. I made a little money in the provincial capital this time, which is enough for the time being."

"Teacher, can I cut mushrooms?" Lu Dan asked excitedly.

"Of course, but you have to follow the instructions and can't cut them casually. Are the mushrooms here almost done? Can we pick some to keep at home?" Chen Tiezhu asked.

"They are still a little small, but we can pick some." Professor Xu nodded, still a little distressed.

This guy is like a bandit, thinking about everything he sees.

Cutting mushrooms is a very new thing. Not only Lu Dan is willing to do it, but others are also like this.

These people worked together and soon made five large pots of fresh mushrooms.

"Don't leave in a hurry, we still have to weigh them, this is also first-hand data. "Professor Xu stopped him.

"We have to save some for our family. I'll bring some spare ribs when I come back in the afternoon, and we'll stew mushrooms in the evening." Chen Tiezhu said happily.

"Then I can't eat it." Han Zhenwen said pitifully.

"Oh, this is what we grow at home. We'll continue to eat it next time we come back." Chen Tiezhu said indifferently.

"Hehe, you deserve it." Lu Dan said with a smile.

"Don't be so proud. Follow Zhenwen to the county hospital today to make yourself familiar with the people. I guess you will have to do an internship in our county next year." Chen Tiezhu continued.

"Hehe, you deserve it." Han Zhenwen said.

Chen Tiezhu felt a little overwhelmed. It seems that the next training will have to be stronger. You are so free.