§ Mr. William Rossasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will take steps to increase the number of beef cows in Northern Ireland; and if he has a target number.
§ Mr. Adam ButlerI have already taken a number of specific steps aimed at increasing confidence in beef production. However, the number of beef cows in Northern Ireland will depend on decisions by producers taking into account their own particular circumstances and in the light of their assessment of likely profitability.