HC Deb 10 February 1955 vol 536 c2056
43. Mr. Crouch

asked the Minister of Agriculture what steps he is taking to draw the attention of farmers to the advantage of using selective weed killer on grassland.

Mr. Amory

I am advised that the advantages of using selective weed killers on grassland have not yet been sufficiently established to warrant their being recommended to farmers generally. Further experiments are being carried out this year.

Mr. Crouch

In view of the fact that grass is the most important crop we grow, will these experiments be pushed forward as quickly as possible?

Mr. Amory

Yes, I can assure my hon. Friend that they will be pushed forward during the coming year.