Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

In drought years, soil hardens and vegetation diminishes, leading to a surge in locust egg-laying, sometimes up to 400,000 eggs per square meter. Drought creates ideal conditions for locusts, causing them to migrate and form swarms, resulting in devastating plagues. Historical records indicate increasing frequency of locust plagues over the dynasties, with predictions of a major plague next year following droughts. Li Shi Min and Li Chao recognize the impending famine and the need for grain stockpiling to prevent chaos. They emphasize inspecting granaries and ensuring sufficient grain reserves, especially in the Nakahara region, to mitigate disaster impacts.

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