§ 41. Mr. Colin Shepherdasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is satisfied with the prospects for the beef sector of the agriculture industry.
§ Mr. GummerThe beef sector has experienced two difficult years during which the imposition of milk quotas and the consequent increase in cow cullings coincided with a cyclical peak in production. Production is likely to continue at high levels until 1987 and, if there is a milk outgoers scheme, this will also affect the market.
I shall be concerned to ensure that the beef sector continues to receive adequate support.