§ 67. Mr. Gammansasked the Minister of Food what quantity of eggs and poultry have been imported by him in 1950 from the Colonial Development Scheme in the Gambia; how these quantities compare with his estimates of imports; and what are the prospects for further imports in 1951.
§ Mr. WebbIn the second half of last year we received 107 boxes of eggs (each containing 360) which was less than we expected. Increased quantities may become available this year but I cannot estimate what the quantities will be. About 23 tons of dead poultry were imported from Gambia last year. Imports are made by private traders and I cannot say how much will be imported this year.