HC Deb 08 March 1990 vol 168 c835W
15. Mr. Batiste

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what policies he is pursuing to encourage new entrants into farming.

23. Mr. Butler

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what actions he is taking to assist young farmers wishing to enter agriculture.

74. Miss Widdecombe

To ask the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what steps he is taking to assist young farmers wishing to enter agriculture.

Mr. Gummer

My Department gives grants to young farmers under the farm and conservation grant regulations at rates 25 per cent. higher than for other farmers.