§ 67. Sir Douglas Hackingasked the Minister of Agriculture whether he is aware that the commercial producer of eggs at present prices is not getting a reasonable return for his work after meeting increased costs of production; and whether he will look into this matter with a view to providing a remedy?
§ The Joint Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture (Mr. Tom Williams)Producers' prices for eggs were brought under review in connection with the recent adjustment of agricultural prices. The Government are satisfied that present egg prices provide a reasonable remuneration for producers as a whole and no change in price is at present proposed. As stated in the Press notice issued on 25th November by the Agricultural Departments and the Ministry of Food, egg prices will come up for review from time to time, in consultation with the producers.
§ Sir D. HackingWill the Minister assure the House that his Department desires to encourage this specialised form of agriculture?