HC Deb 09 February 1971 vol 811 cc84-5W
47. Mr. Emery

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food by how much more at an annual rate farm costs rose in the quinquennium 1964–65 to 1969–70 than between 1960 and 1965.

Mr. Prior

Total farm expenses rose at an annual average rate of 4.2 per cent. between 1964–65 and 1969–70 and 3.1 per cent. between 1959–60 and 1964–65.

86. Mr John Morris

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether he will estimate the amount of increased costs to farmers during the last year and also since 6th October when he announced increased guaranteed prices.

Mr. Prior

When the current Annual Review is completed information will be available about cost changes since the 1970 Review. Estimates of cost changes since 6th October only are not being prepared.