HC Deb 16 December 1977 vol 941 cc422-3W
Mr. Wigley

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is satisfied with the progress being made to achieve the targets set in Food From Our Own Resources "; and what steps he intends to take to increase home production of food.

Mr. Bishop

The White Paper "Food From Our Own Resources" did not set targets for individual commodities, but included projections and guidelines on the balance between sectors. As my right hon. Friend announced on 28th June—[Vol. 934, c. 184]—"Food From Our Own Resources" is now under review in the light of the changed circumstances since 1975; and views are currently being received from a number of interested bodies. It is still too early to say what may emerge from the review.

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