HC Deb 20 March 1946 vol 420 cc1868-9
65. Mr. Watkins

asked the Minister "of Food if he will inquire into the position of potato stocks held in the United Kingdom in order to find out if any substantial quantity will be available for export; and if he will make a statement.

Dr. Summerskill

A substantial tonnage of potatoes has already been exported, including 54,880 tons to the British zone in Germany, and 193,000 tons to the British and United States Forces. A census of stocks is now being taken which will indicate whether further quantities will be available for export.

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