HC Deb 20 January 1977 vol 924 cc300-1W
30. Mr. Hicks

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what will be the effect of the removal of the calf subsidy on 30th April 1977 on hill and marginal farming.

Mr. Bishop

Subject to parliamentary approval, subsidy will continue to be paid until June 1978 on eligible calves born before 30th April 1977 and reared for beef production. By that time we shall have completed our transitional steps to EEC prices. United Kingdom producers in both milk and beef sectors can therefore look forward to higher support prices than they have now.