HC Deb 06 May 1982 vol 23 cc124-5W
23. Mr. Colin Shepherd

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what proportion of potatoes supplied to United Kingdom potato processors was grown in the United Kingdom in the last 12 months for which figures are available.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

For the 12 months ended 31 December 1981, home grown supplies accounted for 92 per cent. of raw potatoes used by United Kingdom processors.