asked the Taoiseach the numbers engaged in agriculture in 1957, 1961, 1965, 1969 and 1973.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Agricultural Statistics.
2.
The relevant annual estimates of total employment relate to agriculture, forestry and fishing and the estimated totals engaged in this sector at mid-April of each year were as follows:
|
1957 |
414,000 |
|
1961 |
379,000 |
|
1965 |
340,000 |
|
1969 |
298,000 |
|
1973 |
260,000 |