Leisurely Life: I Have Ten Thousand Acres of Grassland

Chapter 315 - 312: Scenes in a Dream, Shapes of the Wind, Prairies and Steeds!

In the past few days, Liu Yiyi has brought in specialized designers to create concept maps for the sightseeing area.

She has a sense of ambition and does not completely rely on Jiang Feng.

Nowadays, grassland tourism is very popular, but due to some individuals charging exorbitant prices, there have been instances of exploiting tourists, and the reputation in some places is not very good.

Liu Yiyi plans to create an ecological grassland area dedicated to tourism.

Of course, Jiang Feng still needs to oversee this aspect, as it involves the future development of the ranch.

After seeing the blueprints, Jiang Feng said:

"Sightseeing ranches are very popular now. On one hand, we can sell tourism tickets, and on the other, we can sell agricultural and livestock products, and also let tourists feed the animals."

"We’re close to Xilinhot City, and there are plenty of tourists."

"If we develop it well, it could become a beautiful scenic area."

Jiang Feng’s idea is to plant some sightseeing trees on a grassy area with varying elevations, and then fence off a few sightseeing spots with wooden fences.

All the houses will have a log cabin feel, blending into the ecology, with the theme being an ecological ranch.

Moreover, this area will be completely isolated from the grassy land, ensuring no issues arise.

Currently, there are many people developing sightseeing ranches.

An ordinary sightseeing ranch generally receives around 300,000 visitors a year, with ticket prices at 50 yuan per person, generating around 15 million yuan in revenue.

Furthermore, if the ranch is well managed and becomes a well-known scenic area, it can also sell its own derivative products.

Self-branded milk, yogurt, milk powder, camel milk powder, and the like are all very popular.

Traditional ranching is fairly stable, but profits are still too slow. Moreover, it’s undeniable that the revenue from raising cattle and sheep is decreasing.

Generally speaking, it’s just earning hard money and money for the pasture.

Jiang Feng is able to earn a bit more because he has channels for selling cattle and sheep.

Now Jiang Feng is a renowned major ranch owner in the Ximeng League, with very few individuals owning larger ranches than his.

But in terms of earning capacity, Jiang Feng’s ranch is still quite average.

Owners of large ranches all have some business or enterprise, earning money from secondary markets.

At this moment, Liu Yiyi spoke:

"Recently, I’ve been in contact with the grassland owners of this area. I want to buy the land directly, reaching out to the land bureau and the forest and grass bureau."

"I’ll transfer my household registration to Xilinhot, and as long as the grassland owner agrees, I can buy the land’s ownership."

"Maodeng Ranch is a collective ranch, managed collectively, but individuals can lease it, although the price isn’t cheap."

"For over 30,000 acres, I estimate it will cost seventy to eighty million."

What Liu Yiyi said made a lot of sense.

The land price is sure to be high, but there’s no choice; the land belongs to others.

If you want to buy, especially several tens of thousands of acres, you’ll surely have to pay a high price.

This matter reminded Jiang Feng.

It’s normal for the two of them to consider this. If it’s grazing, when the lease expires, even if the other party doesn’t renew, at worst, you rent elsewhere and move the cattle and sheep over, just losing some in house renovation costs.

But if you’re opening a new-type sightseeing ranch, building everything, then relocating would cost a lot.

"We could do this: if we can’t afford so much at once, let’s first buy 10,000 acres."

"Only buy 10,000 acres for the sightseeing ranch."

"This way, the land will always be ours, and even if the scenic spot becomes popular, we won’t fear unexpected issues."

Jiang Feng suggested.

Upon hearing this, Liu Yiyi’s eyes lit up.

"That would work, no problem."

"I’ll first settle this matter; it should be relatively easy."

Since the two of them plan to do business, they must consider it comprehensively.

In Inner Mongolia, renting pasture is simple, but to permanently buy the pasture is quite challenging.

However, money makes the world go ’round. Liu Yiyi’s family has some connections, making it easier to find someone and with some money, buying 10,000 acres wouldn’t be too difficult.

As Jiang Feng checks the health of the cattle and sheep, he’s also contemplating his own future development.

"Traditional ranching requires high investment but generates low income."

"A ranch as large as mine that only earns money from selling cattle and sheep faces great pressure and isn’t good for future development."

"I still have to try."

Jiang Feng thought to himself.

April quickly passed.

The grassland is full of life, and Jiang Feng occasionally looks up at the sky, gazing towards the south, not knowing what he’s looking at.

Liu Yiyi noticed and asked:

"Why do you keep looking that way, is there something to see?"

Upon hearing Liu Yiyi’s words, Jiang Feng smiled and replied:

"A wild goose, rescued it during the winter two years ago, and last fall, when they flew south, it came to say goodbye."

"I think the wild geese are about to return, and I’m wondering if it will show up this time."

Liu Yiyi remembered seeing this video and said:

"It definitely will."

"I’ll start streaming." Jiang Feng walked outside.

"Okay, come back early."

Jiang Feng launched the drone, then controlled it with his phone, opened the streaming interface, adjusted a bit, and started the live stream.

It’s early May now, and the grazing ban period is about to end.

Jiang Feng plans to visit the pasture and also take a look at the sightseeing ranch.

At this moment, the grassland is very thriving.

White and yellow flowers are scattered amidst it.

The ranch isn’t like a neat lawn, but like low rice fields, gently undulating.

Sometimes a strong wind blows through, creating uneven waves on the grass, as if imprinting the shape of the wind.

"The grazing ban period is about to end, soon we can release the cattle and sheep."

"The herders are all looking forward to this day."

"The fodder I’ve stocked up is also almost consumed."

"I have to quickly release the lambs, so they can grow fat fast."

Jiang Feng spoke to the netizens.

The start of grazing is the season when the cattle and sheep quickly gain weight.

As they grow plump, it signifies wealth and a good harvest.

As herders, naturally, we look forward to it.

The netizens were all amazed by the sight of the tall grass swaying with the wind.

[The grass is growing so fast! It’s already so beautiful!]

[When can I take a trip to the grasslands!]

[Did you see the wind? I see the wind swaying above the grass! It’s incredible!]

[I dream of flying over it!]

The grassland is very open and empty at this moment.

Because grazing isn’t allowed, the grass maintains its original state.

Actually, many herders have already started grazing in secret; after all, cattle and sheep need to eat grass, and buying hay is too expensive.

Jiang Feng still has enough fodder and, because he is mindful of pacing, handles it as prescribed.

The Red Hare runs across the grassland.

It’s very good at picking places, specifically choosing spots where the grass is lower to run.

Its running is quite a spectacle.

In such moments of live streaming, no commentary is needed; just letting everyone quietly enjoy is enough.

Galloping across the expansive grassland on a fine horse.

Like experiencing a tranquil dream.

While galloping, Jiang Feng saw something small moving in the distance.

So, Jiang Feng spurred his horse, heading straight for the little creature.

As he got closer, Jiang Feng slowed down.

At this point, he also saw clearly what was flapping in the grass.

It was that very experienced big gray rabbit!

Once caught by the Golden Eagle, hunted by the Weasel, it escaped successfully every time.

In this rabbit’s life, who knows how many tough battles it’s been through, but it has survived tenaciously.

Moreover, it is plump and strong, looking very sturdy.

"This Rabbit King is still alive, how rare."

"Spring is here, and it’s come out again."

Jiang Feng exclaimed.

It’s rare to see a rabbit that can live this long, but not unheard of.

Since countless rabbits are born on the grasslands each year, through layers of selection, there are always some that survive to the end.

The rabbit, upon seeing Jiang Feng, wasn’t afraid.

Instead, it stood up while nibbling on a small flower, looking around.

The new fans don’t know the story of this rabbit, but the old fans felt especially surprised.

[It’s the Rabbit King that can kick at eagles, I was shocked seeing it then!]

[Those who don’t know can check the videos from a year ago, there’s a scene of this rabbit fighting an eagle!]

[No kidding, this rabbit is really fierce!]

[It’s still alive!]

Seeing this rabbit, Jiang Feng recalled the few rabbits he raised.

Unfortunately, those rabbits eventually turned into nourishment within warmth, entering the bodies of Jiang Feng and his father Jiang Shan.

This is also normal; the rabbits bought on the grasslands, like chickens, ducks, and geese, are just food ingredients.

Rabbits are cute, but they’re delicious and can be productive too.

However, Jiang Feng has always been someone who knows his limits.

He eats what should be eaten and never touches what shouldn’t.

Jiang Feng watched the Rabbit King for a while, yet did not dismount to touch it.

He quite liked this wild rabbit, largely because its eyes are black.

The white rabbit he raised before had blood-red eyes, which looked rather scary.

Not suitable for keeping.

Jiang Feng continued to patrol the grassland.

After spring, the grassland is full of life, and the number of animals begins to increase.

The growth of the grass is very good, which also reassures him quite a bit.

Then, Jiang Feng headed towards another part of the grassland.

I must say, over sixty thousand acres of grassland is really vast.

Running like this, one or two hours just go by.

With a big family and big business, there’s also big pressure.

So Jiang Feng has quite an anticipation for the tourism ranch.

When he reached this side, a construction team had already begun work.

[Why does the owner run so far? What is this place?]

[Feels like it’s being renovated!]

[It seems like this is also his grassland!]

[Just how big is his grassland? After riding for more than an hour, he’s not out yet?]

The netizens exclaimed.

Jiang Feng calmly said:

"This place is also my grassland, this piece is particularly good, perfectly separated from my grazing zone."

"I plan to develop it into a tourism ranch type of setup."

"At that time, I’ll bring over Sika deer, alpacas, and add some cattle, sheep, horses, etc."

"Next, my grassland is going to get lively.

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