HC Deb 27 October 1970 vol 805 c2W
39. Mr. Wolrige-Gordon

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his estimate of the increase in costs to the farming industry since 18th June.

Mr. John E. B. Hill

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is his estimate of the increased costs which so far have fallen upon the agricultural industry in the current year; and which items represent the largest amounts.

Mr. Prior

It is not possible to assess precisely recent changes in agricultural costs, but there have been large increases since the last Annual Review especially on feedingstuffs and machinery.

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