Rebirth in 1984, starting from beekeeping in the mountains

Chapter 159: Bran and fine grains! Introducing Italian bees?

"It first appeared in Gui County!"

“The sales method is the same as before, that is, selling it in cans and bottles!”

"We bought it and tasted it! It was mixed with honey, and it wasn't filtered very cleanly, but it shouldn't be considered adulterated!"

"But they sell it cheaply! A bottle of one pound costs only 1.5 yuan! It's several cents less than what we sell it for!"

"They took away a lot of our business!"

……

In a rental house.

Liao San and Pang Sishun had anxious and dissatisfied expressions on their faces, and blurted out all these words at once.

Hearing these words, Fang Hongan couldn't help but frown.

After thinking for a while, he saw Liao San's bag was bulging, so he couldn't help but ask, "Do you have any samples you bought?"

"Yes! Yes!"

Liao Sancai finally reacted and slapped his forehead: "Look at my bad memory, I was just busy talking!"

As he spoke, he hurriedly opened the bag in his hand and took out a canned glass bottle from it.

The bottle was filled with the color of a bee.

After taking it in his hand, Fang Hongan first took a look at the glass canning bottle in his hand.

This bottle is very similar to the glass canning bottle from Factory No. 8, but it is inferior in terms of texture and transparency.

They are the kind sold at Qianmaping market for 4 cents each.

If you purchase in large quantities, the cost should be controlled at 2 cents each.

The price has been reduced to RMB 1.50 per bottle, which is normal.

Unscrew the cap.

A sweet smell of honey soon wafted out.

Judging from the smell, it should be the most common rapeseed honey in this season.

However, based on Fang Hongan's experience in tasting honey from bees, this is definitely not pure rapeseed honey.

First of all, it is mixed with a lot of other honey.

Judging from the taste, there should also be some citrus honey and multi-flower honey.

In terms of proportion, rapeseed honey accounts for the absolute majority.

The other honeys are probably just mixed.

Secondly, as Liao San said, these honeys are also mixed with water honey.

And the proportion is not low.

Finally, in addition to honey, the extraction and filtering were not done properly, resulting in a lot of debris mixed into the honey.

From this smell, you can vaguely smell the scent of beeswax and impurities.

in conclusion……

This is not just the product of a small workshop.

Moreover, the people in this workshop do not have a very good grasp of the knowledge and techniques of beekeeping and honey.

The craftsmanship is also very rough.

I guess it’s the product of someone who just learned beekeeping.

but……

According to Liao San and Pang Sishun, this product is currently sold in Guixian and Ningxian.

That means the output should be quite a lot.

If we speculate this way, it should be that after Linyuan honey became famous, people from other places also learned to raise bees.

Moreover, they are jealous of the good sales of Linyuan honey.

Therefore, the strategy of directly adopting low prices to seize the market was adopted.

After figuring all this out, Fang Hongan put the lid of the can back on.

It was directly returned to Liao San.

Seeing Fang Hongan just sniffed it, the brows on his face were completely relaxed.

Liao San and Pang Sishun, who were staring at Fang Hongan, couldn't help but feel relieved, but curiosity was still on their faces.

Two pairs of eyes stared at Fang Hongan.

"It's okay! The impact won't be that big!"

Fang Hongan smiled faintly, first calming the two people's hearts completely.

Then, he explained seriously:
"I've already told you about sales! It's impossible to have no competing products on the market!"

"If it's a competitor, it's called a monopoly. Even if we all want it, the higher-ups won't agree to it!"

“Having competitors is not a bad thing at all!”

"We are really short of sugar right now, and most of us really like to eat sweet things!"

"But when it comes to eating honey, it's probably just a hobby for a few people!"

"It is actually very difficult for us, Linyuan Honey, to guide and cultivate more people to develop this hobby. It may not be a bad thing if other honey brands join in!"

"Especially... those honeys that are lower-end than ours!"

"When I say low-end, I mean the ones with poor quality control and low prices..."

"Our Linyuan honey has always been positioned to be a mid- to high-end high-quality honey..."

"Honey like this may have an impact on your sales in the short term!"

"But as people's sales level improves, it may actually be beneficial to your sales in the long run!"

"Don't worry, after the processing plant is put into operation, the quality and packaging of the honey will get better and better..."

……

Fang Hongan gave a simple explanation.

Seeing that both of them nodded, there was a look of realization on their faces.

Obviously he understood the basic principle.

Then he said, "They targeted Guixian and Ningxian counties for sale, but they didn't come to Xinxian. That means the breeding area should be in Quanzhou, Gui Province!"

"I remember... that place is quite suitable for beekeeping!"

"Yes Yes!"

Pang Sishun nodded immediately after hearing this. "When I went to buy their honey, I asked the man about it. Although he refused to tell me, his accent was that of Guangxi Province."

"That's right!"

Fang Hongan nodded.

As a major agricultural province in South China, Guangxi Province is suitable for honey farming in terms of both climate and terrain.

Moreover, the place is adjacent to the Xiaonan area.

In his previous life, when Fang Hongan was raising bees in the mountains, the apiary he worked for had gone to the apiary in Quanzhou, Guangxi Province several times to purchase bee colonies.

Moreover, the conditions here in Quanzhou are equally difficult.

There are many people.

The conditions are excellent.

Taking advantage of production volume to bring down prices is also their specialty.

It's like the fruit of the future...

As long as it can be grown in Guangxi Province, the price will probably be brought down quickly.

It has also benefited consumers across the country.

Of course, in terms of beekeeping, based on Fang Hongan’s experience, Guangxi Province did not start early in the previous life.

Now so much honey suddenly emerged and was sold directly to the Xiaonan area.

That was obviously influenced by Linyuan Honey.

In advance, many people have embarked on the path of beekeeping.

This is also completely in line with the development laws of the industry.

There are many Chinese people.

There are also countless masters among the people.

As for beekeeping, there are probably many people in Quanzhou who are skilled in traditional beekeeping methods.

As long as these capable people knew that Linyuan honey was selling well, driven by the desire to make money, it would be a natural thing for them to follow Linyuan honey and start large-scale breeding.

Even if there is no one who knows the traditional beekeeping method.

As long as you are willing to learn and explore, there will always be a day when your hard work will pay off...

So... Fang Hongan was not surprised at all about this.

The big cake of honey industry...

No one person, factory or company can take it all for itself.

"That's it for now!"

After pacifying the two, Fang Hongan smiled and said, "Just sell it according to the previous strategy! In terms of the market, you must have enough confidence in our honey!"

“Without being modest, at this stage, across the country, Linyuan Honey is the only company that has built bee breeding, honey production, and related industries as complete as we have!”

"We can't take this level of opponent seriously."

"It's hard for someone who is used to eating fine grains to eat coarse bran!"

"On the other hand, if you eat too much bran, you will eventually want to eat fine grains!"

……

"so……"

Liao San and Pang Sishun's eyes lit up when they heard Fang Hongan's last vivid words.

He nodded with a look of satisfaction on his face and kept expressing his admiration.

Chatted for a while.

The two of them also inquired about the subsequent investment promotion for the processing plant.

Don’t be fooled by the fact that these two now have stores in nearby counties. They often have to rotate between several places.

But I am very concerned about the Linyuan honey processing plant.

Always keeping an eye on the progress of the processing plant.

The end is in sight.

This time, Fang Hongan moved into the rental house with his wife and daughter.

What Fang Hongan is going to do next is self-evident.

Faced with the inquiries of the two people.

Fang Hongan knew exactly what they meant.

Fang Hongan told both of them that after the processing plant was built, Lin Feng Bee would be further upgraded and would continue to attract investment.

It was also agreed that the several county-level markets where the two had already opened stores would definitely be reserved for the two.

No more repeated investment promotion.

But these two people's appetite is obviously more than that.

How can a county-level market compare to a regional-level one?

The two of them have always wanted to each get a regional agency.

At this point, preparations for attracting investment have already begun.

Seeing that the two were asking urgently, Fang Hongan pointed out:
"In the Xiaonan and Chengui regions, according to the current model, we only recruit county-level agents!"

"As for the Star City area, I'll be honest, even if you want to take it... you probably can't take it..."

"You are also old partners. From this province and Guangxi Province, each of you can choose an area. I promise to give you priority!"

"As for other regions, I won't stop you, but there will be no preferential conditions. You will need to compete with others on an equal footing!"

"If you have confidence, just go for it!"

Fang Hongan knocked on the table.

The high-pitched voice was like a shot of adrenaline for the two of them, making them both excited.

……

……

Liao San and Pang Sishun had just left.

Fang Hongan held Fang Yuelan in his arms, intending to take the little one out for a walk for a while.

Just as I walked to the door, a familiar figure came into view.

Seeing the figure coming towards the yard, Fang Hongan could only smile apologetically at Lan Wenxiu beside him.

Fang Yuelan also understood what he meant.

"You go ahead and entertain them first! The tea is on the kitchen cupboard! There's boiling water in the thermos!"

"I'll carry Nuan Nuan out for a walk so as not to disturb you!"

As she spoke, Lan Wenxiu took the little friend Fang Yuelan from Fang Hongan's hands with a smile and left first.

Fang Hongan stood at the door and greeted them with a smile.

On the other side, the figure seemed to be thinking about something seriously while walking at the beginning, and he didn't pay attention to looking over here.

When I got closer, I found Fang Hongan waiting for me at the door.

While being surprised, he quickly extended his hand enthusiastically.

"Oh! Director Fang!"

After shaking hands enthusiastically, he quickly asked, "Are you...going out?"

"fine!"

Fang Hongan smiled and quickly and enthusiastically invited people in, "Director Lin, come in and have some tea first!"

This figure was none other than the director of the Animal Husbandry Bureau of Xin County, with whom Fang Hongan had dealt many times before.

His last name is Lin, and he should be just over 50 years old this year.

Like many cadres of this era, he possesses a quality rarely seen in cadres of later generations—he is humble and down-to-earth.

After entering the house, Director Lin refused to bother Fang Hongan to pour tea.

He grabbed Fang Hongan, waited for him to sit down, and then told him his purpose.

"Director Fang! I came here this time because I want to know something from you! I want to ask for your opinion!"

"Yes!" Fang Hongan nodded, "Director Lin, you go ahead!"

"That's right. Didn't you say last time that bee breeding started early in Fujian Province and they have a lot of experience in management? The county organized us to go there for a survey last time!"

"The main purpose is to provide better service to your apiary!"

"Just like you said, beekeeping should be developed as a pillar industry in our Xin County!"

"We did learn a lot of useful experience this time!"

"But... there is a situation regarding beekeeping in Fujian Province. I wonder if you, Director Fang, have heard of it..."

Director Lin spent a lot of effort explaining the whole story, as if he was afraid that Fang Hongan would misunderstand.

But then, when he came to this crucial point, he suddenly became hesitant, and the expression on his face tightened.

Look at him like this.

Fang Hongan had already vaguely guessed something.

He smiled and said calmly, "Director Lin, are you talking about the Italian bee breeding in Fujian Province?"

"you know???"

Director Lin was shocked when he heard this.

Obviously, he was surprised that Fang Hongan knew about the situation of beekeeping in Fujian Province.

He was even more shocked that Fang Hongan actually knew what he wanted to say.

"Yes!" Fang Hongan nodded again.

"hiss!"

After taking a deep breath and easing the shock in my heart.

Director Lin said, "We went there and found that the people in Fujian Province are indeed using this kind of live-frame beehive breeding method, but...the bee species they breed are not only the Chinese bees like you! At present, many breeders are breeding the Italian bees that were imported from abroad!"

"We found out that this type of Italian bee... has a longer honey collection cycle, is easier to manage, and most importantly, produces more honey!"

"At that time, Deputy County Magistrate Li also went there! He was very surprised..."

"But the data over there is like this!"

"Look... Deputy County Chief Li is planning to take me to Dongling to ask you about this!"

"I just happened to hear from Lao Li from the Housing and Construction Department that you had been to the processing plant, so I rushed over!"

"Tell me... what is this Italian bee... is it really like this?"

"If that's the case... Deputy County Chief Li is saying, should we introduce some new species for breeding?"

"If necessary, the county can help you get some help and bring in some Italian bees for breeding!"

"Don't be afraid of trouble! The county will definitely support you!"

"We can even... provide some subsidies for introducing new species!"

(End of this chapter)