HC Deb 19 March 1987 vol 112 c607W
43. Mr. Tom Cox

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what steps he is taking to protect the real level of income of small farmers.

Mr. Gummer

The Government's policy of reducing agricultural surpluses and their associated budgetary costs, and bringing supply and demand into better balance, offers the best prospect for the long-term viability of all those involved in the agriculture industry.