HC Deb 17 July 1946 vol 425 c227W
153. Mr. Turton

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what quantity of Argentine maize has been imported into Nigeria during the past 12 months; and how many tons have been condemned as unfit for human consumption.

Mr. Creech Jones

One shipment of 2,741 tons of Argentine maize was imported in the period mentioned. This consignment arrived in poor condition and 1,896 tons had finally to be condemned.