Chapter 145: Stellera chamaejasme
Observation of nature is not aimless.

The number of hawks that stop, the rest time, and the mouse capture rate must be recorded every day, and even the number of mouse bones and fur under the scaffolding must be checked.

Generally speaking, the shorter the hawk's stay, the more effective the rat control will be.

This job is fine for a day or two, but it becomes boring over time.

Guo Yang was there for two days and then handed the work over to the patrol team.

In addition to Scarface, Guo Yang also met two other team members, one was old, whom Scarface called Crutches, and the other was younger, in his thirties, and was called Azan.

Azan was the poacher who was persuaded to return by Scarface. He was also the only one among the three who could count and write, and took over the observation task.

The sand nest for releasing eagles is quite remote.

The project department of the new project was temporarily located near Scarface’s home.

Regarding grassland restoration, the main part of the project will eventually be undertaken by Alfalfa.

Several people have been sent in advance.

There is also an external design team, and Qiao Feng from the Grassland Station was hired by Guo Yang as a technical consultant.

I wanted to invite a tutor.

But during the phone call, teacher Weng Lixin asked him for help.

"The problems in Gannan grassland are very serious. In addition to rodent infestation, this year we are facing drought. The pastures are getting smaller and smaller, the grass is getting shorter, and poisonous weeds are spreading."

"Asia's most pristine grasslands are facing serious threats."

"The governance plan has been developed. The main problem now is the lack of forage seeds that can adapt to high-altitude cold regions. We urgently need to establish a forage seed base."

"You won't make any money if you invest here, so just consider it as helping me."

It seems that the situation is indeed serious.

Guo Yang naturally couldn't refuse his mentor.

Not to mention the relationship between master and apprentice, the teacher also took Muhe to participate in several projects, through which Muhe also accumulated certain experience in alpine grassland management.

A high-altitude forage grass seed base must be built.

At best, it's an investment of several million.

Jiahe immediately launched an emergency project, and Muhe also followed up by sending additional staff.

Guo Yang also made up his mind to go to Gannan as soon as he set out on the road.

The grass seeds from Inner Mongolia have not been found yet, and the ones from Gannan are coming.

……

After studying the information in Urad for two days, Guo Yang gathered the existing team together.

The task was given in a concise and to the point manner.

"Tell me about the planning direction."

"First, improve degraded grasslands and sandy land. The improvement measures mainly include fencing, scarification and reseeding, and fertilization."

"Second, protect wild animals. Focus on eagles. Consider applying to the government and, if conditions permit, select a location to build a falcon town or falcon center.

Responsible for the rehabilitation of falcons rescued from the black market, training falcons, training falconers, and even organizing falconry competitions.

The specific details will be submitted to the group for approval immediately after they are finalized.”

After listening to Guo Yang's general introduction, everyone present was thoughtful.

Everyone in Jiahe is familiar with Guo Yang's style. He seems easy to talk to, but few people can convince him to do what he wants to do.

"Yes!" No one was the first to speak out.

Guo Yang looked at Qiao Feng. He was the most authoritative expert here and the senior livestock breeder at the grassland station.

"Stationmaster Qiao, I'm sorry to trouble you."

Qiao Feng smiled and said, "Once the direction is decided, it will be easy. Reseeding grass seeds is indeed feasible. Jiahe is not short of money. The only problem we need to solve is the grass seeds."

Guo Yang was also speechless.

Both Inner Mongolia and Gannan need grass seeds, but the types of demand are different.

One is a cold-resistant variety for high-altitude areas, and the other is a drought-resistant and salt-alkali-resistant variety for arid areas.

It really fulfilled what Du Lao said.

“When conducting agricultural research, one must always keep the national agricultural layout map in mind.”

Fucked!

It’s all the grass’ fault!
Isn't it just grass seeds?

As much as you want, as much as you want!
Guo Yang asked: "Stationmaster Qiao, what grass species are suitable for reseeding the grassland here?"

"Mongolian wheatgrass, old sorghum, Astragalus membranaceus, Artemisia ordosus..."

Guo Yang also roughly knows these grass species.
"Let's go and take a look at the grassland now."

Guo Yang took Qiao Feng to the grassland, while the others continued to discuss.

on the grassland.

Qiao Feng looked helpless, "Is it that urgent?"

"I'm still rushing to Gannan."

"It's useless to look at it now. Artificial propagation will definitely take a year. Now we can only collect some natural mixed grass seeds."

Guo Yang also studied the information.
Generally speaking, the grass seeds to be reseeded should be able to grow and survive in natural grasslands and continue to grow, or self-propagate to become the dominant species in degraded grasslands.

Native grass seeds are the best as they are more adaptable. After collection, different grass seeds should be mixed in proportion according to the composition of the native plant community and reseeded in the native habitat.

Qiao Feng must be familiar with which are the native grass species.

"It's okay, just take me to see it."

He had already made up his mind to use the seed store.

Every time you cultivate a grass seed, the maximum yield is 1000 kilograms of seeds.

Cultivate several varieties.
The quantity will increase.

At least it can solve part of the coal shortage. After a while, Qiao Feng recommended several grass seeds suitable for reseeding in the Urad grassland.

Astragalus, Artemisia, Mongolian wheatgrass, Elymus sibiricus, Elymus dahliae…

Guo Yang collected some seeds one by one.
After careful investigation, I found that they were all ordinary seeds, but they could be modified according to the local natural conditions.

Adaptability is fully maximized

The lowest level of seeds is also sufficient.

The main focus is large quantity.

He was not in a hurry to cultivate him on the spot, for fear that Qiao Feng would be scared to death, and then he would travel through time and space and a real Qiao Feng would appear?

It’s exciting to think about.

The two of them walked a long way, and there were fewer traces of mice on the grassland.

When passing a fence,

A shepherd dragged his lead sheep over. The sheep's eyelids were drooping weakly, and it looked like it was dying.

"What happened to the sheep?"

The herdsman's sad expression flashed across his face. "This sheep is extremely hungry and has eaten poisonous grass. It probably won't survive."

Guo Yang was silent, it was all caused by rats.

There was no grass on the grassland, and many herdsmen’s cattle and sheep starved to death. They panicked and ate poisonous grass. They didn’t know whether it was fortunate or unfortunate.

Poisonous weeds are called the 'green killers' of natural grasslands, and some of them can even cause the death of a large number of animals.

There are frequent reports of livestock poisoning deaths in the country, and the losses caused each year are conservatively estimated to be tens of billions!
Qiao Feng asked, "Where is the poisonous weed?"

"Just keep walking along the fence and you'll see a large area."

A large area!

Qiao Feng's face darkened instantly.

The two of them rushed straight forward.

On a grassland in front of a mountain, the grass here has been severely degraded and is bare, and you can see stones of various sizes.

But in this desolate and bleak scene, you can see a patch of match-head-like herbs scattered in the grass, which look extremely beautiful.

Occasionally, you can see wild rabbits that have been poisoned on the grass.

"Wolfsbane!"

"Heartbreak grass!"

Wolfsbane often becomes the 'last touch of green' on degraded grasslands.

The two looked at each other and realized the seriousness of the problem.

Wolfsbane, to be more precise, is Wolfsbane Chamaejasme, also known as Mantou Flower and Gelsemium elegans.

It is also a Chinese medicine.

But on grasslands where livestock are roaming, this is a big hazard!

Stellera chamaejasme is a perennial highly poisonous plant. The whole plant is poisonous, the roots are the most toxic, and the pollen is extremely toxic.

Fresh wolfsbane has a special smell, and livestock generally will not eat it. However, during the peak flowering period, livestock may be poisoned if they inhale pollen.

There is no specific antidote after being poisoned.

The grassland was damaged by rodents, and the high-quality forage grass tended to grow shorter after being eaten, giving wolfsbane an advantage in light.

Qiao Feng said: "They are almost forming a dominant population, we have to eliminate them quickly!"

"How do we get rid of it?" Guo Yang asked. This grassland is not within the scope of Jiahe.

Qiao Feng gritted his teeth and said, "For such a large area, we can only use herbicides or use tractors to plow and clear it."

The costs of both are not low, which is tantamount to adding insult to injury for Urat today.

However, the spread of poisonous weeds in natural grasslands is mostly caused by overgrazing, and Jiahe has no chance of escaping the problem.

Guo Yang asked: "Can we reseed high-quality forage grass?"

"It's too late. There are too many wolfsbane grasses. Any good grass we use will be gradually eliminated in the competition. Unless we remove the wolfsbane grasses and then replace them, how many people will be needed?"

Guo Yang was silent. It was indeed difficult to deal with poisonous weeds that had formed a dominant group. It seemed that the teacher had also mentioned that poisonous weeds were also spreading in Gannan.

I don't know what kind of poisonous weed it is.

It's really troublesome.

The wolfsbane in front of us is extremely valuable not only from an ornamental perspective.

From an ecological and environmental perspective, the growth of a large number of poisonous weeds is also the product of grassland reverse succession and self-repair.

To use Scarface's words, poisonous weeds should be the grass of the God of Land.

Guo Yang pondered, isn’t this wolfsbane a natural germplasm resource?
It can survive in adverse conditions and is the only species that dominates degraded grasslands. In addition to its reproductive ability, its resistance to cold and drought, pests and diseases, and barrenness is also top-notch.

The vitality is extremely strong!

There are even other features.

"Tibetan paper" is made of wolfsbane. It will not rot or change color even if it is eaten by insects or rats.

Who knows what other hidden features there are!
But isn’t it a natural advantage to use it to screen and cultivate specific forage grass seeds, with all kinds of properties maximized?

Guo Yang felt like he had discovered a treasure trove.

I unconsciously relaxed my vigilance and bent down, trying to collect some seeds.

Qiao Feng said quickly, "Don't touch it. It can easily cause allergic dermatitis and headaches. If you inhale the pollen, your nose and throat will suffer."

Hearing this, Guo Yang immediately became alert.

Shit, I almost got into trouble. It’s all because you were too tempting. I have to go back and bring tools to collect them.

At the same time, we also need to find other poisonous weeds.

(End of this chapter)