§ 15. Sir John Farrasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he will make a statement on his future plans for the beef premium scheme.
§ Mr. Donald ThompsonThe reform of the beef regime negotiated last December during the British presidency of the European Community provided for the beef variable premium to continue for two years. The arrangements to apply in 1989 and beyond will be for consideration next year. Meanwhile, beef producers are benefiting from a substantial devaluation of the green pound and a 35 per cent. increase in the Buckler cow premium.
§ 17. Mr. Temple-Morrisasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food when he intends to meet the President of the National Farmers Union to discuss the beef industry.
§ Mr. Donald ThompsonMy right hon. Friend the Minister meets the President of the National Farmers Union frequently and discusses the beef sector when appropriate.