HC Deb 30 March 1988 vol 130 cc568-9W
Mr. Ron Davies

To ask the Minister of Agriculture. Fisheries and Food how many farmers received respectively, commercial advice and advice on conservation and pollution, animal welfare and diversification, at their own request, from Agricultural Development and Advisory Service officials in each of the last five years for which figures are available.

Mr. Donald Thompson

[holding answer 29 March 1988]: Information is not available in the form requested. ADAS advisers have provided farmers with advice on animal welfare, environmental affairs and other relevant subjects in the course of advising on other matters and during special visits.