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Written question asked by Paul Flynn (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 11 March 1997. It was answered by Jonathan Evans (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 March 1997 on behalf of the Welsh Office.


Welsh Office

Question
How many and what percentage of farms in Wales are currently classified as organic. - Inc figs.
Answer

Mr. Flynn: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many and what percentage of farms in Wales are currently classified as organic; and if he will make a statement. [19856] Mr. Jonathan Evans: According to the "UK Register of Food Standards", in February 1997 there were 97 organic farms in Wales. This is less than 0.5 per cent. of the total number of farms.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
19856; 292 c181W
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Farms Organic farming Wales
Contains statistics
Yes