§ 28. Mr. Geraint HowellsTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what recent discussions he has had on the present state of the agricultural industry; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GummerI have frequent discussions with a range of organisations on the state of the agricultural industry. Most recently, I met representatives of the National Farmers Union, the Scottish National Farmers Union and the Ulster Farmers Union on 30 January to discuss the state of the industry and the European Commission's price proposals.
§ 59. Mr. MossTo ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food which agriculture industry leaders he has met in the last six months; and what matters were discussed.
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§ Mr. GummerI meet leaders of the agriculture industry frequently to discuss a wide range of issues. Most recently I met representatives of the National Farmers Union, the Scottish National Farmers Union, and the Ulster Farmers Union on 30 January to discuss the state of the industry and the European Commission's price proposals.