Purpose:
Before conducting the field research, we must make full preparation to ensure that the research can be carried out smoothly. In order to ensure the effective implementation of soil sampling and data analysis, we actively cooperated and communicated with Professor Lanfang Yang. Prof. Lanfang Yang personally guided us on how to conduct soil sampling and data testing, generously offered his laboratory for our use, and also assisted us in analyzing the data of some of the soil samples. These initiatives have greatly enhanced our confidence and ability to analyze soil samples in the future.
figure1: Communication with Professor Lanfang Yang
In addition, we also had an in-depth communication with Professor Yu Xingxiu. He provided helpful suggestions on the revision of the questionnaire, which laid a solid foundation for us to obtain reliable first-hand data. In addition, he stressed the importance of looking for continuously cultivated land in field research to ensure the reliability of the data. These suggestions and guidance are crucial to our research work and help us better prepare and execute field research missions.
figure2: Communication with Professor Yu Xingxiu
Method:
We conducted an interview with professors Yang Lanfang and Yu Xingxiu, and got scientific guidance on questionnaire question setting, soil sampling method and soil data analysis method. In addition, we also had a detailed discussion with our advisor on the interview results obtained in the team meeting, and he highly recognized our full preparation for the field investigation. These exchanges and discussions provided important guidance and support for our research work.
Contribution:
We are well prepared this week and can't wait for the field research to begin. Every team member is fully energized and eager to get into the field research. In addition, we have finalized the final version of the survey questionnaire, which will focus on the fertilizer use of farmers, including the current amount of fertilizer, whether there is control of fertilizer use, and whether they expect expert guidance on scientific fertilization.
In addition, we have developed a thorough understanding of soil sampling methods to ensure that we can collect soil samples efficiently in our field studies. Finally, in order to ensure the smooth progress of our field research, we contacted Ms. Wei from Nanhu Village Committee in advance, and she showed great interest and support for our research. We have made all preparations and are looking forward to starting the field research work.
Outlook:
We are fully prepared to officially launch our field research trip with the aim of making our first contribution to the cause of soil conservation.