HC Deb 12 December 1973 vol 866 cc154-5W
Mr. Winterton

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he will make a statement on the Northern Ireland potato crop.

Mr. Peter Mills

Though the acreage of the Northern Ireland potato crop has continued to decline in 1973 the yield is higher than in 1972. The keeping quality is good and there should be a small surplus over local requirements. Growers' prices are comparable with those in other parts of the United Kingdom.