HC Deb 26 October 1955 vol 545 c37W
Mr. Biggs-Davison

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what percentage of members of the National Agricultural Advisory Service have practical experience of farming or horticulture.

Mr. Amory

Without special inquiry, I cannot give precise information, but the number of advisory officers other than science specialists without practical experience is insignificant. Only recruits with this experience are being engaged.