§ 5. Mr. Errollasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what fertilisers have been supplied to African cultivators growing groundnuts in Nigeria and Gambia.
§ Mr. J. GriffithsIn Nigeria, 1,000 tons of single superphosphate in large granules are being supplied this year to farmers free of cost. This will be used by the new placement technique for which much less fertiliser is needed than when it is broadcast.
§ Mr. ErrollIn addition to the free distribution of fertilisers, will the Minister consider making larger quantities of fertilisers available on repayment?
§ Mr. GriffithsI will, after this initial trial period is over.
§ Captain DuncanWhat expenditure in dollars is incurred in the supply of these fertilisers?
§ Mr. GriffithsI could not answer that without notice.