EXPORT OF PORK

Wairarapa Times-Age, 1 February 1941, Page 9

EXPORT OF PORK

COMMENT ON SHIPPING

PROBLEM

When asked to comment on recent Government pronouncements regarding the shipping outlook. Mr W. A. Phillips, chairman of directors of die New Zealand Co-operative Pig Marketing Association, said that to deny that the position was serious would be foolish, but as in most critical situations circumstances will not be improved by exaggeration. It has been stated by responsible sources that if a normal course is followed by producers in the sale of their live stock, the existing storage plus the additional emergency accommodation which is being provided will amply provide for this season’s requirements. This assurance should be accepted and producers will ensure the I best possible result by following die course indicated in the disposal of I their fat stock.

1 When questioned on the effect of the Government’s request that in future all baconers should be shipped in Wiltshire sides, Mr Phillips stated that although the commandeer price at f.o.b. for Wiltshire sides is Bid against 7Jd for carcases, because of the extra works charges and the weight shrinkage involved in the removal of the head, backbone and trotters the net return to exporters will be substantially reduced. Against this, however, freezing companies’ space for pigs will be increased by approximately onethird. while shipping companies will enjoy a similar advantage which will. be reflected in lower freight costs to the British Ministry of Food. "We. are living in difficult times." concluded Mr Phillips, "and the present is no time to quibble about these • matters so long as in the ultimate re-■ suit wo are doing our utmost to he'ip j the Mother Country."