HC Deb 19 June 1986 vol 99 cc593-4W
Mr. Shersby

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make it his policy to encourage small English cheese producers to produce camembert, brie and other soft cheeses; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Gummer

I welcome the innovative efforts of the dairy industry to develop new products and thus expand the market for milk. The way forward for a strong and healthy dairy industry involves thorough market research and promotion and products marketed at a consistently high quality and at a competitive price. It is for the industry itself to consider and decide how this should best be achieved.