§ 29. Mr. Turton(for Mr. De la Bère) asked the Minister of Agriculture whether he is prepared to consider increasing the beef subsidy in respect of beasts up to and including 8½ cwts. in weight, seeing that the present demand is almost entirely for the small-sized beasts and that the cost of production for this small-sized beast is far greater than for the old type of full-sized cattle?
§ Mr. W. S. MorrisonThe subsidy arrangements under the Livestock Industry Act are being kept under review, but further experience is necessary before it can be determined whether any amendment is desirable. I would remind the hon. Member that a higher rate of subsidy is now payable on home-bred animals of a prescribed standard of quality.
§ Mr. TurtonCould my right hon. Friend consider making the subsidy available for the smaller animals?
§ Mr. MorrisonAs I have said, the position will be kept under review, but I would remind my hon. Friend that there exists the Livestock Advisory Committee, through which the views of producers can most properly be made known.