Michael Ring
Question:207 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the number of pigs imported in 1997 and to date in 1998; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18641/98]
Written Answers. - Pig Imports.
In 1997 imports of pigs into the country amounted to 10,857. The figure for January-May of 1998, which is the most recent available, shows imports of 2,403.