§ Mr. O'DOWDasked the Chief Secretary whether he was aware that in the opinion of experts beet can be successfully and profitably grown in Ireland; and, if so, whether the Department of Agriculture will take steps to promote and encourage the cultivation of that crop?
§ Mr. BIRRELLThe Department of Agriculture in Ireland are aware that beet can be grown in Ireland, but do not believe that under existing circumstances it can be grown profitably.