HC Deb 25 February 1953 vol 511 c2085
22. Mr. N. Macpherson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how much cotton produced by the Abyan scheme in Aden has been sold, and what were the proceeds; and what further financial arrangements are being made to expand this project.

Mr. Lyttelton

Production during the last four years totalled 17,877 bales of 400 lb. each and all have been sold, the total proceeds being £1,719,618. In addition, seed was sold to the value of £86,500 in 1951 and £54,870 in 1952. The Board has sufficient capital to meet its present requirements.

Mr, Macpherson

Is this not a good example of a gradual and practical approach to colonial development, and will my right hon. Friend encourage it?

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