§ Mr. MILLARasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what steps he is prepared to take to assist the Scottish potato growers in the marketing of their produce and in providing further outlets for the exportation of potatoes; and if he can report as to what action the Department of Agriculture for Scotland has taken or proposes to take in the matter?
Mr. W. ADAMSONI would refer the hon. and learned Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Eastern Aberdeenshire (Mr. Boothby) on Tuesday last. Every effort is being made to find new outlets for the exportation of potatoes, but as the hon. and learned Member will appreciate the acceptance or refusal of our exports is a matter for the Governments of the countries concerned. As regards the last part of the question, the Department of Agriculture have recently made regulations under the Agricultural Produce (Grading and Marking) Act prescribing a grade of size and quality and also a national mark for ware potatoes produced in Scotland, and it is hoped that by the adoption of this scheme growers will be able to secure a better market for potatoes of good quality.