HC Deb 18 October 1976 vol 917 cc267-8W
Mr. Geraint Howells

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food how many tons of hay have been exported to other EEC countries during the last three months; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Bishop

Exports of hay from the United Kingdom to other EEC countries: during the period 1st July 1976 to 30th September 1976 were as follows:

Quantity tonnes
Netherlands … 4,486
France … 1,658
Belgium/Luxembourg … 506
Irish Republic … 19
Denmark … 10
Germany … 7
6,686

These exports represent only about 0.1 per cent. of total United Kingdom production and supplies to United Kingdom farmers should not be significantly affected.

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