asked the Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries if he will take steps to provide a subsidy on nitrogenous fertilisers; if he considers that the subsidies on phosphate, potash, and lime are sufficient; and if he will consider this matter for the coming Spring and provide generous assistance in this regard.
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I do not propose to introduce a subsidy on nitrogenous fertilisers. The present rates of subsidy on phosphate, potash and lime are considered to be reasonable and no increase is proposed.