§ Mr. Spencerasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he has yet taken a decision on support for the seed production project in the Ivory Coast; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RaisonThe proposed seed production project at Serebou is being discussed by the Ivory Coast Government and the Commonwealth Development Corporation. Subject to a satisfactory outcome ODA bilateral country programme funds, as well as a CDC loan, would be available to help finance the project. I expect to be able to take a decision on this later this year. Meanwhile up to £350,000 of ODA funds have been allocated to refurbish the irrigation system at Serebou and to set up a mechanical workshop which should enhance the productive capacity of the existing farm.