HC Deb 16 May 1972 vol 837 cc47-8W
35. Mr. Loveridge

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what encouragement he is giving to the increasing possibilities of marine fish farming in selected areas; and if he will ensure that adequate grants are available for the establishment of experimental farms.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

My Department already plays a substantial part in research into marine fish farming, both through the work carried out at the Government laboratories and through its contribution to the White Fish Autho- walnut and other hard wood trees; and what were the net earnings from soft and hard woods, respectively, in each of those years.

Mr. Peter Mills

Following is the information:

rity's development programme. I do not envisage any changes in the scope of this assistance at the present time.

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