§ Mr. Hastingsasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what quantities of French cauliflowers were imported during February to date; how these quantities compared with previous years; by how much prices were depressed to the home growers as a result; and what action he is proposing.
§ Mr. Anthony StodartImport statistics for February are not yet available; figures will be published in the Overseas Trade Statistics towards the end of this month.
A wide range of factors may influence the short-term supply and demand position and thus the price of fresh horticultural produce. Recent cauliflower prices compared with a year ago have been as follows: