asked the Minister for Agriculture and Food the total number of calves exported from this country for each month from September 1986 to April 1987 inclusive; the total value of the animals involved; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Calf Exports.
97.
Following are the details requested:
Exports of Calves
|
Month |
Number |
Value £(000) |
|
1986 |
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|
September |
1980 |
127 |
|
October |
40 |
4 |
|
November |
49 |
11 |
|
December |
9 |
2 |
|
1987 |
||
|
January |
1 |
0.1 |
|
February |
— |
— |
|
March |
772 |
76 |
|
April |
1812 |
237 |
Exports of calves have again shown a very sharp decline since September of this year.