HC Deb 21 June 1973 vol 858 cc171-2W
Mr. Hardy

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is the present position in regard to the adequacy of supplies of fish meal, soya and other protein livestock feed; and if he has any plans for the rationing of distribution during 1973.

Mrs. Fenner

Supplies of these materials appear to be adequate for current needs. The second part of the Question does not arise.

Mr. Hardy

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his estimate of the effect on appropriate prices of the increases in the cost of protein and other livestock feed in the last few months.

Mrs. Fenner

While feedingstuffs are an important element in production costs, the prices received by livestock producers are effectively determined by the state of supply and demand.