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Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 4 Nov 1992

Vol. 424 No. 9

Written Answers. - National Potato Board.

James Leonard

Question:

170 Mr. Leonard asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food if he will establish a national potato board similar to that in the United States, which was so successful in improving the public perception of potatoes as a food.

The Government has set up An Bord Glas as a statutory body to develop and promote the production, marketing and consumption of horticultural produce including potatoes. A recent Bord Glas consumer survey showed over 80 per cent satisfaction with potato quality.

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