Siheyuan: I am protecting Shazhu, who dares to object?

As Guangming Factory's international cooperation deepens and technology sharing advances, a series of challenges also follow.

Issues such as differences in technical standards, cultural conflicts and market fluctuations have become stumbling blocks for Guangming Factory's further development in the global agricultural machinery field. However, Guangming Factory did not back down, but actively sought countermeasures and looked forward to future development.

At an international seminar on agricultural machinery technical standards, the atmosphere was tense and heated, and representatives from various countries engaged in heated discussions on safety standards, environmental protection standards and performance standards for agricultural machinery.

The lights in the conference room were bright, and representatives from various countries looked serious. An ideological confrontation concerning the direction of the global agricultural machinery industry was taking place.

Thompson, the US representative, frowned and said solemnly: "Some agricultural machinery of Guangming Factory has different safety protection devices from our US standards. For example, the strength of the tractor's cab protection structure is not enough, and it may not be able to effectively protect the driver's safety in the event of a collision. We have vast farms in the United States, and tractors operate in complex terrain and high-intensity working environments. Safety protection is extremely important. Once an accident occurs, if the cab protection structure does not meet our standards, the driver will face great danger to his life."

As Thompson spoke, he slammed the table with the documents in his hand to emphasize the seriousness of the problem.

Xiao Wang, a technical engineer at Guangming Factory, responded immediately with a firm and confident look in his eyes: "Mr. Thompson, our agricultural machinery is designed in accordance with international safety standards and relevant standards of our country. During the research and development process, we also conducted a large number of collision simulation tests and field tests to ensure the safety of the equipment under normal operating conditions. However, we also recognize that different countries may have special safety requirements. In response to your question, we can redesign and strengthen the protective structure of the tractor cab exported to the United States, using higher-strength materials, such as new alloy steels, which have excellent compression and impact resistance. At the same time, optimize the structural design, adopt a more reasonable mechanical structure, increase the thickness and strength of the guardrail, and improve the stability of the connection parts to meet the safety standards of the United States. Moreover, we also hope to discuss with various countries to establish a unified global agricultural machinery safety standard system, which can reduce the compliance costs of enterprises in the international market and avoid waste of resources and trade barriers caused by differences in standards."

Xiao Wang explained the solution in a clear and organized manner, demonstrating Guangming Factory's proactive attitude towards solving problems.

Hans, the European representative, spoke next, his voice steady and serious: "In terms of environmental protection standards, although the emission indicators of some products of Guangming Factory meet the current international standards, they may face challenges in the future as Europe's environmental protection requirements become increasingly stringent. For example, we are studying and formulating stricter emission limits for nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from agricultural machinery. Agricultural development in Europe is closely linked to environmental protection. We are committed to achieving sustainable agricultural development, and reducing the pollution of agricultural machinery to the environment is a key part of this."

Hans raised his head slightly and scanned the audience, emphasizing Europe's determination on environmental issues.

Dr. Zhao, an environmental technology expert at Guangming Plant, said, pushing his glasses and responding calmly: "Mr. Hans, we have always attached great importance to the research and development of environmental technology. We have already made arrangements in advance for the stricter environmental standards that Europe is about to introduce. Our R&D team is working hard to tackle the new generation of exhaust gas purification technology, using new catalysts that can more efficiently catalyze the decomposition reaction of nitrogen oxides and convert them into harmless nitrogen and oxygen. At the same time, with advanced filter materials, the pore structure of this material has been specially designed to effectively intercept particulate matter and significantly reduce the emission of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter. We are also willing to cooperate with European scientific research institutions and enterprises to jointly carry out environmental technology research projects. We can share some of our basic research data and experimental experience in exhaust gas purification technology, and we also hope to learn from Europe's advanced technology in the research and development and application of environmental protection materials. Through cooperation, we can complement each other's strengths and jointly contribute to the environmental protection of global agricultural machinery."

Dr. Zhao's words were full of enthusiasm for the research and development of environmental protection technologies and expectations for international cooperation.

In terms of cultural conflicts, Guangming Factory encountered some difficult problems when promoting its products in the Southeast Asian market.

At a rural promotion event in Southeast Asia, the sun shone brightly on the earth. A group of local farmers gathered together, looking at the intelligent agricultural machinery of Guangming Factory with expressions of confusion and worry on their faces.

Xiao Li, the sales manager of Guangming Plant, recounted his experience: "In some Southeast Asian countries, local farmers attach great importance to traditional agricultural customs and culture. When we promote intelligent agricultural machinery, some farmers think that these machines will destroy their traditional farming methods and violate the laws of nature. For example, our intelligent seeders sow seeds at precise spacing and depth, while local farmers are used to a more casual sowing method. They think that doing so may affect the harvest of crops. Once, an old farmer took my hand and said, 'Young man, our ancestors have been farming like this for generations. How can crops grow well if these iron tools sow seeds in a fixed way?' His eyes were full of distrust of new technologies."

Xiao Li shook his head helplessly, recalling the scene at that time, and felt deeply the difficulty of promotion brought about by cultural differences.

Mr. Lin, a cultural consultant for Southeast Asia, analyzed: "This is because local farmers lack understanding and trust in new technologies. We need to strengthen cultural communication and technical training. We can invite local religious leaders and agricultural elders to participate in our promotion activities, so that they can first understand and recognize our technology, and then promote it to farmers through them. These religious leaders and agricultural elders have extremely high prestige and influence in the local area, and their recognition will make it easier for farmers to accept. At the same time, we can incorporate local cultural elements into technical training, such as using local language and metaphors to explain the working principles and benefits of smart agricultural machinery. We can say that the smart seed drill is like a precise flying bird, it knows where each seed should fall in the most suitable place for growth, just like a bird knows where the sweetest fruit is. Such metaphors can help farmers better understand the advantages of new technologies."

As Mr. Lin spoke, he gestured with his hands, vividly demonstrating how to promote cultural integration.

Faced with market fluctuations, especially the ups and downs of international agricultural product prices, the agricultural machinery market has been greatly affected.

In the internal conference room of Guangming Factory, the lights were dim and the atmosphere was depressing. Market analyst Xiao Zhang was reporting the market situation to everyone.

Xiao Zhang, a market analyst at Guangming Plant, reported at an internal meeting: "When international agricultural product prices fall, farmers' incomes decrease, and their willingness and ability to purchase agricultural machinery also decline. In recent years, global soybean prices have fluctuated greatly, and some soybean farmers cut their agricultural machinery purchase budgets when prices were low. I once communicated with a soybean farmer, and he told me helplessly: 'The soybean price is too low this year. I can't even get the money for seeds and fertilizers, let alone buy a new tractor.' This situation is common in many regions, and market fluctuations have brought huge pressure on our sales."

Xiao Zhang had a worried look on his face and his voice was a little low.

After thinking for a moment, Wang Dashan's eyes revealed his determination and resolve, and he said: "We cannot rely solely on market demand when agricultural product prices rise. We need to expand the application areas of agricultural machinery, such as developing agricultural machinery needed in the fields of agricultural sightseeing and tourism, agricultural product processing, etc. Now many urban people are keen to experience agricultural life in the countryside. We can develop some small, beautiful and easy-to-operate agricultural machinery suitable for agricultural sightseeing and tourism, such as mini tractors and exquisite picking vehicles, so that tourists can experience the fun of farming in person. In terms of agricultural product processing, we can develop efficient agricultural product sorting, packaging and processing equipment to increase the added value of agricultural products. At the same time, we can launch some leasing service models so that farmers can choose to lease agricultural machinery instead of buying it when funds are tight. We can formulate flexible leasing packages and provide short-term, medium-term and long-term leasing services according to different seasons and operation requirements, which can reduce their use costs and ensure our market share. In addition, we can also strengthen cooperation with financial institutions to provide farmers with more favorable agricultural machinery loan policies to help them tide over difficulties. For example, we can negotiate with banks to reduce loan interest rates, extend loan terms, simplify loan procedures, etc., so that farmers can buy our agricultural machinery more easily."

Wang Dashan's words were like a beacon, pointing out the direction for Guangming Factory's development amid market fluctuations.

While addressing these challenges, Guangming Factory is also looking toward the future.

The Strategic Planning Department of Guangming Factory has formulated a long-term development plan.

In the large conference room of Guangming Factory, all employees gathered together. Mr. Chen, director of the Planning Department, stood on the podium and passionately introduced to everyone: "In the next ten years, we hope to build Guangming Factory into a leading enterprise in the field of global agricultural machinery, not only maintaining a leading position in technological innovation, but also achieving outstanding achievements in international market share, brand influence and social responsibility fulfillment. We want to become a brand trusted by farmers around the world and contribute to promoting global agricultural modernization and sustainable development."

Mr. Chen's voice echoed in the conference room, and the employees' eyes were full of longing and expectation for the future.