HC Deb 17 July 1973 vol 860 c99W
Mr. Deakins

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what proportion of United Kingdom-consumed cheese is produced by United Kingdom, Commonwealth and other countries, respectively; and what changes he envisages in these proportions.

Mr. Evelyn King

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what proportion of home-consumed cheese is produced by British, Commonwealth and foreign producers, respectively; and what changes he foresees.

Mr. Anthony Stodart

Of total supplies moving into consumption in the 12 months June 1972 to May 1973 inclusive, it is estimated that 52 per cent. were home-produced, 19 per cent. imported from Commonwealth sources and 29 per cent. from other countries. A combination of factors, the effect of which cannot be precisely forecast, will influence the future level of supplies and the demand for home-produced and imported cheeses.

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