§ Dr. Michael Clarkasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what changes there have been in the level of domestic egg production over the past 12 months; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MacGregorIt is estimated that United Kingdom egg production in the 12 months ending 30 June 1983, at almost 35.5 million boxes—each of 360 eggs—was slightly higher than in the preceding 12 months. But with the recent cutback in orders for new chicks some decline in production is to be expected.