§ 34. Sir J. Gilmourasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what estimate he has made as to the number of cattle which receive treatment against infestation by warble fly.
§ Mr. John MackieI cannot estimate the exact number, but a survey of over 15,000 herds made in 1966 showed that about 7 per cent. of them had been treated with systemic insecticides.
§ Sir J. GilmourIn view of the damage to hides caused by warble fly will the Minister consider a scheme under which 432 notification will be given to people who sell fat cattle, whether their hides were so infected after the animal was killed?
§ Mr. MackieWe are directing a lot of publicity to farmers. It would be administratively difficult to carry out the hon. Member's suggestion, but I will look into the matter.