§ 15. Mr. Osborneasked the Minister of Food when, and at what price, he last purchased lard from the United States of America; how much more he would have to purchase to-day to satisfy normal demand; what it would cost; and how far the extra supplies are now available.
Dr. HillOn 8th April, 1953, at a price of £107 per ton c. & f. If all fats were freed our requirements of lard from the United States would probably cost not less than £10 million in dollars per annum. Supplies should be sufficient.