§ Mr. JODRELLasked the Minister of Food if he is aware that, owing to the present shortage of sulphate of copper in West Norfolk, it is impossible to spray adequately the potatoes in that district; that consequently there is considerable risk of the loss of this year's late crop; and will he take immediate steps to have sufficient supplies of sulphate of copper sent there?
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§ Sir R. SANDERSI have been asked to reply. The Ministry exercises no control over the production or distribution of sulphate of copper. No information has reached the Ministry which would indicate that supplies are insufficient to meet the demand, provided that consumers are prepared to pay the market price. If the hon. Member would give my right hon. Friend the names of persons who are unable to obtain supplies, he will endeavour to put them in touch with producers.