HC Deb 20 February 1946 vol 419 cc268-9W
Commander Douglas Marshall:

asked the Minister of Agriculture if, in view of the world shortage of wheat, he will, con- sider raising the price to producers in respect of main crop potatoes.

Mr. Collick:

Prices for main crop potatoes for the 1946 harvest were announced in July last. It would not be in accordance with the Government's policy to alter them now and my right hon. Friend sees no reason for doing so. Prices for the 1947 crop will be announced after the review of prices of the principal agricultural products which is at present proceeding.