332: National Exhibition Project, Super Fruit Tree

Jiang Chuan stumbled, nearly dropping the large black backpack in his hand from fright.

Inside it was the super-yield watermelon seed that had been causing a global stir recently? And ten thousand of them?!

Feeling the heavy weight of the backpack, Jiang Chuan took a deep breath, trying to calm the emotions in his heart. But no matter how hard he tried, the excitement within him could not be hidden.

His eyes shone brightly, full of spirit.

Even his hands, holding the backpack, trembled slightly, uncontrollably.

As a researcher at the Academy of Agricultural Sciences, he understood the value of this backpack full of super-yield seeds more than ordinary people!

Although these were just super-yield watermelon seeds, the technology they contained was the cornerstone for super-yield seeds of other plants in the future.

If one day super-yield technology could be popularized, then this world would never again suffer from hunger or food shortages!

"What's wrong? Why did you suddenly stop walking?"

Su Yu looked at Jiang Chuan in confusion.

Jiang Chuan's eyes suddenly reddened, and there seemed to be a sparkle in his eyes.

He slowly put down the black backpack in his hand, then turned around and bowed deeply to Mr. Su.

"Mr. Su, thank you for bringing the seeds!"

"On behalf of all the researchers at the Academy of Agricultural Sciences, I thank you for steadfastly adhering to your principles amidst the coercion and inducements of countless countries, and for finally delivering the seeds into our hands!"

"You are someone worthy of all our respect."

After he finished speaking, Jiang Chuan still did not straighten up, maintaining his bowing posture.

Su Yu was momentarily flustered by this sudden action. He quickly helped Jiang Chuan up and said aloud,

"Teacher Jiang, there's no need for this, please get up quickly."

"As a China person, I grew up in this land. When I was young, the country taught us to read and count, and when I grew up, it's only right that I contribute to the country."

"Doing these things is just my duty, you don't need to be like this."

Jiang Chuan straightened up with Su Yu's help.

Although he had tried hard to control his emotions, he still couldn't help but feel deeply moved.

If there were more people like Su Yu in this world, things would probably not be as they are now.

"Teacher Jiang, why don't I carry these seeds for now, and you lead the way. Once we arrive, I'll hand them over to the other people at the research institute."

Su Yu originally wanted to put the bag back on, but Jiang Chuan tightly gripped the bag's straps, holding it in his arms as if it were a precious treasure.

"It's fine, let's go, Mr. Su, I'll take you to see Academician Li."

After walking for about ten minutes.

The two had already arrived at the large, special building that Su Yu had seen from the air earlier.

Inside the hall, thirty-seven Academy of Agricultural Sciences researchers stood neatly.

They all looked quite old, with more than half of them over fifty. Looking around, there were only a handful of young people in their thirties.

Seeing Jiang Chuan leading Su Yu in, the low murmur of discussion among the crowd abruptly ceased.

At the forefront, an Old Lady with silver hair, wearing a white coat and gold-rimmed glasses, looked benevolent.

It was none other than Academician Li, who had invited Su Yu over the phone after his broadcast, and she was also the overall head of the entire Academy of Agricultural Sciences research institute!

Academician Li had once worked with Academician Yuan, and she was already in her eighties.

Despite this, the Old Lady still stood hunched at the very front of the crowd, initiating the applause.

"Mr. Su, you've finally arrived!"

"Everyone, welcome Mr. Su!"

A tide of applause erupted, echoing through the already spacious central research hall.

Su Yu was flattered and quickly bowed in return to all the researchers.

"Thank you all for the invitation! Dean Li, there's no need for such a grand welcome."

The applause ceased, and Dean Li looked at Su Yu with satisfaction, unable to help but praise him.

"Indeed, heroes emerge from the young, and the waves behind push the waves ahead! I didn't expect Mr. Su to possess such knowledge at such a young age. It seems we, the older generation, truly ought to retire behind the scenes."

Before Su Yu could speak, Dean Li continued,

"Jiang Chuan, what's that in your hand?"

"Oh, these are the ten thousand super-yield watermelon seeds Mr. Su brought us."

Everyone's eyes immediately sharpened upon hearing this, and then expressions of both joy and disbelief appeared on their faces.

Dean Li was also startled and quickly said, "Quickly, quickly hand them over to Xiao Liu and the others at the Seed Protection Center. Make sure they are preserved properly, absolutely no problems can occur!"

"When the higher-ups arrive, we'll transfer these items to them."

"By the way, how should these seeds be preserved?"

At the end of her words, Dean Li looked at Su Yu and asked.

Su Yu quickly replied, "The seeds are best vacuum-sealed, with a temperature between 15-20 degrees Celsius for optimal preservation! Remember not to get them wet. They can be preserved for one year."

Jiang Chuan meticulously noted down Su Yu's instructions, then turned and walked towards the back of the laboratory, clutching the black bag.

He clearly didn't trust anyone else and wanted to personally lock up and store the seeds.

Seeing Jiang Chuan leave with the seeds, the atmosphere on site gradually became a little more relaxed.

After Dean Li held a simple welcoming ceremony for Su Yu in the research hall, she dismissed the other researchers, sending them back to their respective workstations.

After storing the seeds, Jiang Chuan, who had returned, accompanied Su Yu and Dean Li on a tour of the research center.

Despite Dean Li's age, her body was actually very good from years of working in experimental fields and on-site. She had the body of a fifty or sixty-year-old, despite being in her eighties.

After everyone had toured the various experimental bases, Dean Li suddenly spoke with earnestness.

"Mr. Su, thank you for specifically bringing the super-yield seeds to our Academy of Agricultural Sciences this time. But as you can see, although everyone is working very hard on research, there are still many problems that cannot be solved."

Su Yu quickly waved his hand upon hearing this.

"Dean Li, you are my elder, just call me Xiao Su."

"My purpose in coming here this time was to communicate and exchange ideas more with the elders. If you have any questions, just tell me directly. If I can help, I will do my best!"

Dean Li smiled and nodded.

"Xiao Su, then I'll call you that."

"Xiao Su, the Global Agricultural Exchange Exhibition is about to begin, and our China, as a major agricultural nation, needs to participate. Originally, our planned exhibition project was the super fruit tree."

"But current research has not yet made a breakthrough."

Su Yu perked up his ears upon hearing this.

"super fruit tree? What does that mean? Can Teacher Jiang explain it to me?"

Jiang Chuan cleared his throat and began to explain.

"The super fruit tree is a fruit tree hybridization project we are currently researching. The principle is to use hybridization and grafting techniques to allow multiple different plants to coexist on the same plant! And without affecting the purity of their fruits!"