§ 91. Sir R. Robinsonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps are being taken to develop the export of ortaniques from Jamaica to the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. Profumo:The Government of Jamaica have distributed some 33,500 seedlings to growers since 1954, with a further 15,000 to become available this year. Exports to the United Kingdom rose from 4,646 half-boxes in 1955–56 to about 9,548 half-boxes in 1956–57, and are expected to increase further as young plants start bearing.
§ 92. Sir R. Robinsonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps are being taken to encourage the canning of ackees, on a cottage industry basis, in Jamaica and whether it is proving possible to develop an export market to the United States of America
§ Mr. Profumo:The Government of Jamaica have distributed seedlings free, have established arrangements for the training of canners and assist local producers to obtain overseas customers. In 1956, 52,300 lb. of ackees, valued at £3,070 were exported to the U.S.A.. and the market is expanding.