Sharing the land from one person to another was a policy adopted by later generations during the Manchu and Qing Dynasties, and was an important reform of the tax and labor system.
This marked the abolition of the poll tax, which had been in place for more than 2,000 years.
The implementation of this system has reduced the economic burden of landless and landless farmers and promoted population growth.
Workers have greater freedom in life, which is conducive to social and economic development.
The simplification of taxation rules reduces the possibility of arbitrary tax increases by the government.
The most obvious thing is that it will greatly stimulate population growth.
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard Da Sun say these words, he immediately understood the meaning. It was easy to understand and did not require too much explanation.
Although the so-called taxes and taxes both collect money, there are actually some differences. To put it simply, there are some differences.
The money collected from the tax is provided to the national armed forces and can be understood as military tax.
The money collected from taxes is used for the economic construction of the country. .
The Ding tax that Dasun mentioned belongs to taxation.
However, Zhu Yuanzhang did not show any expression of appreciation. Instead, he looked at Dasun with a strange look in his eyes.
"Have you ever thought about how much food the treasury will reduce if the Ding tax is abolished?" Zhu Yuanzhang asked in a deep voice.
How could the eldest grandson come up with such a trick if he is so smart?
The Ding tax system has existed since ancient times. This does not mean that Zhu Yuanzhang insisted on retaining it. In fact, it seems now that the annual income of the Ding tax is obviously much higher.
The abolition of the Ding tax will have an immeasurable impact on the Ming Dynasty's treasury revenue.
Zhu Ying was not too surprised by the old man's reaction.
A policy that was considered efficient by later generations, such as dividing a small family into an equal share of land, was of little benefit to the current Ming Dynasty.
According to local conditions, the policies of each period should be in line with the current situation, rather than saying that all good policies are piled together and Ming Dynasty will become stronger.
The reason why the distribution of people into acres was so effective during the Manchu period was a stroke of genius. The key to this was the concealment of the population.
A large number of people have their household registrations concealed, and no one knows how many people support a large number of servants. These concealed populations do not pay taxes.
During the Manchu and Qing Dynasties, the people who concealed the largest number of people were the Eight Banners disciples.
Therefore, after the tenants are brought into the land, the Manchu tax revenue will directly take off. To a certain extent, it can be regarded as a helpless move.
But for Daming now, the situation is completely different.
The population situation of previous dynasties is unknown. The current Ming Dynasty has experienced the chaos at the end of the Yuan Dynasty, especially the occupational distribution system implemented by Zhu Yuanzhang, including the household registration walking system. Basically, all people are registered, and there is no hidden population.
This also means that the Ding tax currently accounts for a large proportion of the annual revenue of the Ming Dynasty treasury.
The abolition of the Ding tax and the calculation of taxes directly on real estate will result in a substantial reduction in annual income.
Originally, the annual revenue of the Ming Dynasty's treasury is very tight to use, but if it comes down to another wave, it can be seen that the coming year will be even more difficult.
Don't think that such a policy of dividing one person's income into one's own land is very clever. The collection of military taxes is based on real estate. Now it is just that the personal income tax is also implemented in this way.
Doesn’t Zhu Ying understand this?
Of course he knew it in his heart, otherwise he wouldn't have delayed it until this time to bring it up, but since he knew it, why did Zhu Ying still bring it up.
The most important purpose is to eliminate the gap between rich and poor as much as possible.
Only by narrowing the gap between rich and poor can social conflicts become less acute.
"Those with more real estate will get more, less will get less, and those with less will not get out. Even for some low-level people, the burden of finding a job will be much easier."
Zhuying explained.
After listening to Da Sun's explanation, Zhu Yuanzhang immediately understood Da Sun's thoughts, but in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart, Da Sun took it for granted at this moment.
In the words of later generations, it was too idealistic and unrealistic.
Seeing the old man frowning and not showing much recognition, Zhu Yingzhi said confidently: "My grandson knows that the abolition of the Ding tax will reduce the revenue of the Ming Dynasty's treasury and even affect the stability of the Ming Dynasty."
"Since my grandson dared to raise this matter, he must have come prepared and prepared a way to solve this problem."
After Zhu Ying finished speaking, he did not continue to talk. Instead, he picked up the already cold tea on the table and took a sip.
Hearing Da Sun's words, Zhu Yuanzhang was slightly excited and his brows widened a lot. He wanted to hear what other methods Da Sun could use to solve this problem.
Zhu Yuanzhang was still very satisfied with Da Sun's clever ideas.
But seeing his eldest grandson drinking tea by himself, and thinking of whetting his appetite, Zhu Yuanzhang smiled brightly, picked up the tea cup, and drank it leisurely.
Old fox!
Zhu Ying was speechless. The old man had a bad temper. This could calm his mind.
Seeing this, Zhu Ying put down the teacup, rolled his eyes, and asked, "In Grandpa's opinion, does our Ming Dynasty have extremely rich products and everything you need?"
"Of course." Zhu Yuanzhang replied casually, holding a tea cup in one hand.
Since ancient times, China has been the center of the world, and it is well known that the barbarians in all directions are in a barren state.
"But grandpa knows that outside the mountains and seas of the Ming Dynasty, there are all kinds of rare treasures, and there are even crops that can produce thousands of kilograms per mu. People living there don't have to work hard, and they can have food and clothing without worries."
Zhuying said with a smile.
At this point, Zhu Ying's thoughts were very obvious. He just wanted to arouse the old man's curiosity about overseas.
Apart from anything else, the sea ban must be opened no matter what.
When Zhu Yuanzhang heard this, his expression was calm and he just asked lightly: "Oh, there is such a place outside the Ming Dynasty. We have never heard of it."
Today, in July of the twenty-fifth year of Hongwu, there is no world map. The earliest complete map of Kanyu and all the kingdoms in the Ming Dynasty was drawn in the twelfth year of Wanli.
In addition to having some understanding of the territory ruled by the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty, in fact, besides the Ming Dynasty, many of them were read in books, and Zhu Yuanzhang only had a vague concept in his mind.
Although the topic of the grandson successfully aroused his interest, Zhu Yuanzhang still kept his expression.
Little fox, we are not as superficial as you think.
Even though Zhu Yuanzhang deliberately hid it, Zhu Ying still saw some clues.
Smiling slightly, Zhu Ying once again whetted the old man's appetite and said: "I think grandpa has already mastered some of my grandson's past experiences. Grandpa, have you ever thought that so many people under your grandson's command are from the Western Regions, beyond the Great Wall, etc. Bitter cold and barren area.”
"How come it can still feed so many people every year? Even in the harsh winters when others don't have enough to eat, drink or keep warm, my grandson can still continue to attract members."
This passage finally caused some obvious changes in Zhu Yuanzhang's expression.
Zhu Ying was right. Zhu Yuanzhang was keenly aware of this problem when he looked at Dasun's detailed information, but he did not get to the bottom of it out of love for Dasun.
"Dasun, tell us what is going on. We are indeed very confused."
Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but ask. He could endure it until today only because the person sitting opposite him was his most beloved grandson.
If it were any other person, after seeing the details of the intelligence, he would not use any means to forcefully dig out the secrets.
Even if it means mobilizing hundreds of thousands of troops to march into the Western Regions, that is not a big deal.
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang suddenly thought of what Da Sun had said about overseas, coupled with Da Sun's business and overseas contacts, and he suddenly became enlightened.
Zhu Ying's subsequent words directly confirmed Zhu Yuanzhang's guess.
"To be honest with you, Grandpa, the main reason why my grandson is able to continuously recruit other forces and support such a large group of people is that when he was living in the Western Regions, he once obtained tree seeds and crops from overseas merchants. .”
"It seems to be a coincidence. My grandson didn't pay too much attention to it at the time. Maybe even the businessman didn't know the situation and just regarded it as a toy to watch."
"By chance, my grandson unexpectedly discovered that these crops are very tolerant of bitter cold, and the yield per mu is extremely amazing. After my grandson's experiment, it was actually able to achieve a yield of over a thousand kilograms per mu."
"Not only that, these crops themselves do not require intensive cultivation. They can grow vigorously on their own with simple care. They are simply a gift from God."
"With these crops, my grandson no longer has to worry about food. Therefore, before the severe cold winter and when others can't survive, my grandson directly recruits them. Every year, the power under his command almost doubles."
"If we weren't worried about the unstable foundation, the scale of our subordinates might be much larger."
Zhu Ying slowly explained that this was his most important secret at the moment, and he could not get in touch with it unless he was the closest person.
When these foods are sent out, they are powdered so that no one else knows.
Like sweet potatoes, they are often accompanied by rice, making them unrecognizable.
Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang felt like he was suffocating.
Although it was not much different from what I expected, it was still unavoidable to be shocked when I really heard Da Sun say it.
A few words suddenly appeared in Zhu Yuanzhang's mind: tolerance to bitterness and cold, no need for fertile land, high yield, and many more.
Thinking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang asked in a slightly urgent tone: "Dasun, the crops you have been waiting for have been brought to the capital. Can you let us take a look?"
Even so, Zhu Yuanzhang still spoke to Dasun in a consultative tone, not in a commanding or oppressive manner.
Zhu Ying's mind was delicate and sensitive. Feeling the old man's attitude toward her, her heart felt warm and she said without hesitation:
"Grandpa, don't worry. Naturally, my grandson didn't take these crops with him to prevent accidents. However, some time ago, the documents for the post station that my grandson obtained from grandpa were quickly spread to the Western Regions."
"My grandson asked someone to bring a large amount of grain. Judging by the time, we are now on the way to the capital. At most, grandpa will be able to see him in half a month."
After finishing speaking, Zhu Ying looked at the old man's excited expression and added again: "Grandpa, don't expect too much. My grandson has tried it. Although these crops can be grown in the Ming Dynasty, they will be affected by the land. "
"After several times of plowing, the yield will drop significantly, just like a person suffering from a disease. My grandson has also arranged for people to study it, but there is no solution yet."
Yam crops are buried underground and are most vulnerable to virus invasion. Zhu Ying is not an encyclopedia, nor has he memorized an encyclopedia, so he naturally does not know how to get rid of the virus.
This involves knowledge related to chemistry in later generations. Obviously, given the current situation in the Ming Dynasty, it will be difficult to deal with detoxification methods for a long time.
However, sweet potatoes, potatoes, and corn are particularly easy to grow, and they do not take up living space like rice fields. In addition, they are cold and drought tolerant and do not require care. For the people of the Ming Dynasty today, it can be said to be real gospel.
Moreover, if the three crops are planted in rotation, even if they are really affected by the pathogen, the most stupid method will be adopted, which will cause tuber failure and the crops in the corn moldy area will be directly destroyed to block the spread.
Then replace it with new seeds and it can be maintained.
But obviously, detoxification technology needs to be studied from now on.
Over in the Western Region, there are still not many breakthrough developments in the field of detoxification, but we still have some experience in how to protect potatoes and corn after growing them for many years.
"If it's less, to what extent will it be less?" Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help but ask.
"Even if the yield is reduced, as long as it is not impossible to produce seeds and the yield per mu is several hundred kilograms higher, there will still be no problem. I have recorded the planting experience in a book and will distribute it together when the time comes. At the same time, I will strengthen the research on these crops. , I guess the problem won’t be too big.”
"While we were talking about this, my grandson discovered that Uncle Wu has a strong interest and rich experience in agriculture. He is planning to set up an agricultural school in Daming to study everything related to crops."
"I just want to ask my fifth uncle to help my grandson and set up an agricultural school together to protect my food supply in the future."
As Zhu Ying finished speaking, Zhu Yuanzhang couldn't help shouting: "What a great idea!"
"Dasun is indeed Dasun. This idea is really good. It is a good agricultural school, dedicated to studying various crops, mainly to increase the yield per mu. If we can make breakthroughs, the people of Ming Dynasty will not have to worry about having nothing to eat. .”
Now Zhu Yuanzhang's face was rosy with excitement. He felt that his eldest grandson was completely a gift from God to him.
Whether it is matchlock guns or high-yielding crops, for today's Ming Dynasty, it is completely conceivable that it will definitely cause earth-shaking changes.
By then, the Ming Dynasty will be rich and powerful, the people will no longer suffer from hunger, and the army will have powerful firearms.
Is there anyone in this world whom I cannot fight?
Zhu Yuanzhang was once worried that his eldest grandson would be militaristic, but now it seems that he knows too little.
After mastering what Da Sun said, who can restrain Feng Lang Ju Xu's thoughts.
Even Zhu Yuanzhang now feels that his long-dormant ambition has become a little bit impatient.
