HC Deb 10 March 1947 vol 434 c129W
67. Mr. Awbery

asked the Minister of Food if he is aware that broccoli are being retailed at 4s. each and turnips at 1s. each; if he will give the. average price paid to the primary producers of these goods; and if any steps are to be taken to control the retail prices in the future.

Dr. Summerskill

The latest reports I have covering England and Wales are for the week ending 1st March. These reports show that the average retail price for broccoli was 1s. 1½d. per lb. and for turnips 3d. per lb. During the same period the most usual price to the primary producer was 70s per cwt. or 7½d. per lb. for broccoli and 14s. to 19s. per cwt. or an average of about 1¾d. per 1b. for turnips. Supplies are, of course, much restricted owing to the weather and I have arranged for the issue of an open general licence which will come into operation today for the importation of broccoli, cauliflowers cabbages and leeks.