HC Deb 03 December 1947 vol 445 cc385-6
54. Mr. Erroll

asked the Minister of Food why he fixed a price of £39 5s. 6d. per ton f.o.b. Singapore for this year's crop of illipenuts; and how much was purchased at this price.

Dr. Summerskill

This price was recommended by our local agents as likely to encourage the maximum collection of nuts. Our purchases amounted to 8,356 tons.

Mr. Erroll

As there is considerable evidence of a higher price and a much larger quantity, will the hon. Lady make sure that a higher price is paid next year?

Dr. Summerskill

We are increasing it by £2 next year.

Mr. Hale

Will the hon. Lady say whether these are animal, vegetable or mineral?

Dr. Summerskill

Vegetable.

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