§ Mr. Spenceasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a detailed statement showing the present estimated state of financial profit or loss in the specialist beef production 36W industry in the United Kingdom; and if he will take immediate steps in the interests of specialist beef producers.
§ Mr. PeartInformation on the profitability of specialist beef production in the United Kingdom is not available in the form requested. I have, however, discussed with the farmers' unions the current problems facing beef producers as well as other livestock producers; and I am now considering what action is necessary.