§ 40. Mr. Soamesasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what discussions he has had with representatives of overseas suppliers about the continuation of the cereal agreement, in particular in regard to the desired levels of wheat and barley production at home in 1965; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. PeartThe first of the regular consultations provided for under the agreements with our four major overseas suppliers took place in London last month. The supply and demand situation for the current year was examined and it was agreed that there should be further consultations when the data permitting a more precise assessment of future prospects had become available. As regards the desired level of wheat and barley production in 1963, this, as the right hon. Member well knows, is a matter for decision following the forthcoming Annual Review, and I have no statement to make.