Chapter 172 (1/2)

172. Domestic Affairs

Agriculture.

Because of the sandy soil around here, the productivity was lower than in other regions, but it was convenient to introduce the Norfolk four-course system. But instead of the four-field rotation method, a six-field rotation method, which adds each barley and clover cultivations one more time, was introduced.

… However, there's still plenty of time until we got the results.

For the time being, fertilizer is only available from humus or crushed waste seafood, so it can't be helped.

However, the production of popcorn kernels, sweet syrups and highly cash crops are on track. Soon, the small prototype boat will begin connecting our port with the naval port of Bozes territory. Then the crops will sell at a high price.

Alright, smooth sailing, no problem!

Next is Forestry.

I wonder how many years until the trees we planted bears fruit… Even though there are still many natural trees in the forest.

However, the game board production and shiitake mushroom cultivation are going well. We also began selling papers to the Royal Capital while researching improvement for our papermaking method. It's doing well. Also, let's look for a maple tree so we can start making maple syrup.

I'm still a bit concerned the environmental impact from the steelmaking, but for the time being, it can't start if we can't find the iron ores. I guess I should start allocating the budget for full-scale explorations…

But it's uncertain whether if there's a mine in a small territory like this…

If not, there's still an option to explore Bozes territory and import the ores from there. But considering the transportation costs, it'll be tough hard. Since iron ore is heavy and about half of it is just stone… I guess the best option here is iron sand.

Next is Fishing.

Well, it's going swimmingly.

Since I presented them the new fishing boats with j.a.panese fishing nets and fishing gear, the catch has surged.

Due to the increased production of salt, a large number of processed products using salt can be made, and coupled with road maintenance, shipments to inland areas and other nearby areas, even to the royal capital, have increased sharply.

Local production of fishing nets and fishing gear has begun, and it would be safe even if I leave them as they are.

Next is the Town.

Visitors from other territories have increased in order to purchase items from the lord's stores and Increased the earnings of the inns, cafeterias, and shops.

Sales of special products such as game boards, syrups, and Himemiko-sama dolls are also strong … tte, what the heck is the last one!! I haven't heard about this!!!

”The development of the town is more challenging than the village. Apart from some stores, it is not much different from before. Please somehow put a leverage. The difference is too big compared to villages which have good conditions!” (Miriam)