HC Deb 14 March 1946 vol 420 c265W
Sir H. Morris-Jones

asked the Minister of Agriculture the quantity of potatoes exported from this country in the six months ended 31st December last; and whether he is satisfied that the expected production of this year will be sufficient to meet our own needs.

Dr. Summerskill

Exports of ware potatoes in the period mentioned amounted to 32,500 tons and of seed to 24,150 tons. In addition, 174,000 tons of ware were shipped:o the British and United States Forces. The answer to the second part of the Question is, "Yes. Sir."