HC Deb 30 March 1977 vol 929 c156W
Mr. Geraint Howells

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he is satisfied with the present state of the potato sector of the agricultural industry in Wales; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Morris

Despite below average yields in 1976 the potato sector in Wales had a profitable year. Plantings for 1977, though somewhat delayed, are now progressing satisfactorily, and, given reasonable growing conditions, yields should be normal.