HC Deb 19 June 2002 vol 387 c326W
14. Sir Nicholas Winterton

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what assessment he has made of the future viability of small family farms in Wales. [59921]

Mr. Paul Murphy

None. Such assessments are a matter for the National Assembly for Wales, who have responsibility for agriculture in Wales.

I do, however, have regular discussions with the First Minister, which include agricultural matters.

The National Assembly has launched "Farming for the Future: a New Direction for Farming in Wales"—a distinctively Welsh agriculture strategy produced with the help and support of the industry. The strategy recognises the importance of family farms; gives prominence to developing high quality produce; and most importantly, sets out a vision based on sustainability in all its aspects—economically, environmentally and socially.

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