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‹ Ceisteanna — Questions. Oral Answers. - Crop Sowings. Barley prices and growing costs
Summary
Byrne argued that barley prices had fallen by about £25 per tonne since 1983 while farmers grew crops in debt. The Minister rejected the claim that crops were sold at a loss.
Does the Minister agree that there is reason for concern in this area? While crops may be growing well, does he agree that £95 per tonne for barley represents a reduction of about £25 per tonne since 1983? These crops are grown in debt and the Minister is doing nothing about it.
