§ 55. Sir Joseph Lambasked the Minister of Agriculture if discussion is now taking place between his Department and the agricultural industry with regard to a long-term policy for agriculture, particularly in relationship to other industries in this country and the Hot Springs resolutions.
58. Mr. De la Bèreasked the Minister of Agriculture whether, as distinct from the recent pronouncement for a transitional period in connection with the fixing of farm prices, the Government are considering formulating a definite long-term policy to incorporate and implement the recommendations of the Hot Springs Conference.
Mr. De la BèreIs the Minister not aware that this is very unsatisfactory, in view of the fact that farmers do not know where they stand in regard to a long-term policy for agriculture?
Mr. HudsonI have said that, over a period of years, farmers will have to make a continued and sustained effort, and that it will be some years before that effort can come to an end.
§ Sir J. LambAre we to understand that no conversations whatever on a long-term policy for agriculture have taken place?