asked the Taoiseach the amount and value of oranges imported into Ireland from EC and non-EC countries for the last three years.
Written Answers. - Orange Imports.
82.
The information requested by the Deputy is given in the following table:
Imports of Whole Oranges
|
Year |
Area of Origin |
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|
EC Countries |
Non-EC Countries |
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|
Tonnes |
£'000 |
Tonnes |
£'000 |
|
|
1985 |
4,321 |
1,720 |
18,703 |
7,687 |
|
1986 |
3,289 |
1,164 |
23,468 |
7,713 |
|
1987 |
5,038 |
1,870 |
22,821 |
7,827 |
Note: The figures do not include:
(a) transactions (non-dutiable) of less than £100 each for 1985 and 1986 and £200 for 1987;
(b) trade by firms operating in Shannon Free Airport; and
(c) postal packages not covered by customs entries.