MILK PRICES

Early day motion 2801, tabled 18 October 2006 by Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 39 members.

That this House notes with concern that the average price paid to farmers for a litre of milk in July 2001 was 20.43p, yet in July 2006 it had dropped to just 17.17p; further notes that processors are quick to take advantage of the falling commodity price; supports farmers in their attempts to work together to secure a better deal from large processors and retailers; calls upon the Government to enable farmers to work collectively; and urges Ministers to take action again processors and retailers who unfairly offer poverty rates which can severely disadvantage farmers.

Signatures by party: Labour 16, Liberal Democrat 11, Conservative 7, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.