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However, in recent days, Li Xiangqian has discovered a new problem - some of the seedlings in the field have started to have yellowing and curling leaves. This is different from the previous diseases, and although it has not spread widely, this abnormality gives him a sense of foreboding. Although he has some experience in agriculture, he is not an expert after all, and he is still unsure about this sudden situation.

He squatted on the ground, picked up a yellow leaf, and kept thinking in his mind. The yellowing of the leaves, is it because of a lack of nutrients, or is it because there is a problem with the new water source? He carefully examined the surrounding soil and irrigation conditions, thinking and analyzing, but he still had no answer in his mind.

"Is it the fertilizer?" He muttered in a low voice, his heart tightening instantly. The fertilizer Liu Haizhong sold him had never had any problems, but no one could guarantee that it would be completely safe every time. Coupled with the change in the water source, maybe there was some chemical reaction between the two that he had not expected.

Just when Li Xiangqian was getting anxious, Li Ergou ran over and said breathlessly, "Brother Xiangqian, I just heard someone say that there is a problem with your land this time because you used a water pump and the water quality is not good! Some people also said that it might be a problem with the fertilizer!"

These words made Li Xiangqian feel uneasy again. He was already worried enough, and now there were new rumors. He couldn't help but feel a little irritated, and cursed in his heart: "Why do people in this courtyard like to gossip so much! They always blame me for everything!"

"Ergou, what do you think?" Li Xiangqian stood up and stared at Li Ergou and asked. In fact, he just wanted to hear Li Ergou's opinion as a bystander. After all, he was one of the few people in the yard who was willing to help.

Li Ergou scratched his head, thought for a while, and said cautiously: "I can't say for sure, but the water from the pump is indeed much cleaner than the well water in our village. I don't think there is any big problem with the water source, but the fertilizer... You know, Liu Haizhong is always shrewd in doing business, so we have to be careful."

Li Xiangqian frowned. Li Ergou's words made him feel nervous. Liu Haizhong's fertilizer was indeed useful, but the man was so smart that he was a little worried. Li Xiangqian wondered if there was really something wrong with the fertilizer. But the crops had not fully recovered yet. If he stopped using the fertilizer halfway, all his efforts would be wasted. But if he continued to use it, if something really went wrong, the loss would be even greater.

This series of thoughts made Li Xiangqian feel dizzy. He pinched his temples with his hands and sighed deeply.

At this time, Li Ergou said hesitantly: "How about we find someone who knows the business to take a look? After all, neither of us is an expert. Although we have experience in farm work, we can't just rely on our feelings when it comes to technical matters."

Li Xiangqian's eyes lit up, and he felt that what Li Ergou said made sense. Technical problems really cannot be solved by guesswork. Thinking of this, he decided to find an agricultural expert to take a look at the situation. Although this meant spending more money, it would be worth it if the problem in the field could be completely solved.

The next morning, Li Xiangqian went to the town's agricultural station and found an experienced agricultural technician. This agricultural technician was well-known in the village and often helped villagers solve various technical problems in planting. Li Xiangqian held on to his last glimmer of hope and invited him to his own field.

The agricultural technician carefully checked the soil and seedlings in the field, especially the yellow leaves, and lowered his head to think silently for a while. Li Xiangqian stood aside, his heart was in turmoil, and he looked at the old technician anxiously, wishing to know the answer immediately.

"Brother, what's going on? Is there something wrong with the soil? Or the water source?" Li Xiangqian couldn't help but ask.

The old technician slowly stood up and sighed: "The problem with your land is not entirely due to the water and soil. The yellowing of the leaves may be because you applied too much fertilizer."

"Too much?" Li Xiangqian was stunned for a moment, a little bit unbelieving. He thought the more fertilizer the better, especially at this critical moment, the more the better, but he didn't expect there would be a problem.

The agricultural technician nodded and said, "Yes, using too much fertilizer is not good. Especially if you use chemical fertilizers, too much chemical ingredients will damage the roots of the seedlings and cause poor absorption. What you need to do now is to reduce the amount of fertilizer used and slowly take care of these seedlings. The water source is not a big problem, the water quality is pretty good, the key is that you have to learn to balance fertilization and irrigation."

Li Xiangqian's heart suddenly sank. He didn't expect that his excessive efforts would backfire. Although the water source problem was solved, the negligence on fertilizer brought new troubles. He showed a trace of regret on his face: "This... I was really impatient."

The old technician noticed Li Xiangqian's frustration and consoled him, "Don't be too sad. This kind of problem is not uncommon. Look, the crops are not dead yet. As long as we control the amount of fertilizer we apply and take good care of them, we should be able to save them."

Li Xiangqian nodded. Although he was still in a heavy mood, he finally found a clear path. He knew that his reckless behavior almost caused a disaster, but fortunately it could be remedied. So, he followed the old technician's advice and immediately began to adjust the amount of fertilizer used, patiently observing the changes in the seedlings.

In the following days, Li Xiangqian put more energy into the work of taking care of the seedlings. He carefully recorded the irrigation and fertilization every day, fearing that there would be any mistakes. At the same time, he also asked Li Ergou to help him ask other experienced people about ways to restore the seedlings.

Li Xiangqian knew that he was on the edge of a cliff and would fail completely if he wasn't careful. But he also understood that it was this pressure that forced him to be calmer and more careful about every step. With no way out, he could only grit his teeth and persevere, hoping that these seedlings would eventually regain vitality with his efforts.

Li Xiangqian was busy all day, and when he came back from the field, it was already dark. He felt hungry, and remembered that there were only some vegetables left in the refrigerator. He frowned and thought to himself: "I can't eat bland vegetables every day, I have to make something tasty." So he hurried to the store near the yard to buy some eggs.

The owner of the canteen saw him coming in and greeted him with a smile: "Hey, Xiang Qian, why are you out shopping so late?"

Li Xiangqian nodded, but he didn't feel like chatting, so he said directly, "Weigh me half a pound of eggs."

The boss skillfully picked out a few large eggs from the basket, weighed them on a scale, and handed them to Li Xiangqian: "Here, half a pound is exactly right. Have you been too busy lately? You look so pale, you should take care of yourself."