Last autumn, continuous rain made the land extremely muddy, causing standard tractors to get stuck or run out of power. Wang Yonghong was anxious about harvesting his crops, as it was crucial to the year’s harvest and he couldn’t afford to delay. Deciding to give it a try, Wang Yonghong drove his Dongfanghong LY1604. Unexpectedly, its powerful engine made it move through the muddy fields with ease, easily driving the farm implements. Seeing the tractor efficiently complete the task, Wang Yonghong was deeply pleased.
Wang Yonghong graduated from Chongqing University with a degree in electrical automation. After graduation, he moved to Shanghai and worked in a bank for nearly ten years. While this job, considered stable and respectable by many, lacked passion for him due to the repetitive routine, he saw a future ahead. His deep-seated passion for agriculture never extinguished. This courageous man, daring to break the mold, eventually transitioned from a bustling urban banking career to a rural farm, forging a unique “love affair” with agriculture. The Dongfanghong tractor became an indispensable companion on this journey.
In 2015, after careful consideration, Wang Yonghong resolutely resigned from his banking job and returned to Caomiao Town, Huoqiu County, Lu’an City, Anhui Province, to establish Haihong Grain Planting Family Farm and officially dedicate himself to agriculture. While this seemed like a daring adventure at the time, it was a courageous step in pursuit of his inner desire and childhood dream.
After more than a decade of hard work, Wang Yonghong’s family farm has achieved remarkable success, now encompassing nearly 2,000 mu (approximately 1,000 acres) of land, with full mechanization in the plowing, planting, management, and harvesting processes. Wang Yonghong has also grown from a “novice” in agriculture to an expert. He laments, “Few university graduates pursue a career in agriculture, so perhaps I’m a special case. I worked at the Bank of Shanghai for nearly ten years, but that predictable life wasn’t what I wanted. My childhood passion for agriculture ultimately led me to return to my hometown.”
Agricultural machinery is an indispensable tool in agricultural production. Upon returning to his hometown, Wang Yonghong tried several brands of agricultural machinery, but none were satisfactory. It wasn’t until he chose the Dongfanghong that he found a reliable partner. The Dongfanghong engine’s powerful power, enduring durability, and stable and efficient performance gave him immense confidence. For a family farm, tools are essential. Wang Yonghong’s encounter with the “Dongfanghong” (Dongfanghong) machine has provided him with valuable insights: agricultural production is time-efficient, and the “Dongfanghong” machine’s comprehensive after-sales service system has alleviated his worries. After purchasing the machine, service technicians proactively contacted him for guidance on operation and maintenance, reminding him to inspect the machine before operation. The professional team responded promptly, as if always at his side. “Dongfanghong” has become the key to his remarkable transformation.
From bank clerk to family farmer, Wang Yonghong has achieved a remarkable transformation in his life. Throughout this journey, the “Dongfanghong” machine has been a loyal comrade, accompanying him through difficult times and witnessing the farm’s growth. His “agricultural bond” with the “Dongfanghong” machine will continue to flourish, as he continues to write new chapters in the fields, inspiring more people to pursue their agricultural dreams and contribute to rural revitalization.
