asked the Minister for Agriculture the estimated increase in tillage acreage in 1978; and the amount of grains imported in 1977.
Written Answers . - Tillage Acreage .
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: According to the latest estimates the area under tillage in 1978 shows an increase of 58,000 acres, that is, approximately 5 per cent over 1977. Imports of grains in the calendar year 1977 amounted to 677,000 tonnes.