I’ll start small and build.

Controlling him will be easy, I will first offer gifts of fresh food and become his friend. As time passes, I’ll give him more and more food, making him more indebted to me.

I won’t ask to use the machine again, of course. Just gather enough information about the routines and bureaucracy so that I can get on the list again.

This will take time, but I am patient. Besides, who would expect a simple farmer?