asked the Minister for Agriculture whether he is aware that persons, who sent seed samples to his Department for germination tests this spring, have experienced considerable delays before being notified of the results, and that as a consequence there is serious delay in the sale and availability of seed, and, if so, if he will have these tests expedited.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Seed Testing.
I am aware of the delay which has been occasioned by a considerable increase in the number of seed samples sent for testing and to the fact that owing to the late harvest the bulk of the samples was not received until within the last few months. Every effort is being made to have the tests expedited.