HC Deb 20 April 1971 vol 815 c366W
40. Mr. Spearing

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what is the general policy of Her Majesty's Government towards farmers in areas of marginal economic production.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

Our policy is to help farmers to make the best use of their land. Those in marginal areas depend mainly on livestock rearing, and the Review decisions for cattle, sheep and wool will give them further help to increase production and productivity.