Jerry Buttimer (Fine Gael)

We need to highlight the English Market in Cork and the farmers' markets in other places.

The Minister of State spoke about the importation of organic fruit and vegetables. Why is there a deficit of such food in this country? Surely, we should be able to grow and be self-sufficient in simple fruits and vegetables.

The Minister of State spoke about the prices. What is happening to the Irish farmer is appalling. Members opposite cannot condone or accept what is happening to the Irish farmer in respect of the prices they are getting.