asked the President of the Board of Agriculture whether a large proportion of the Scotch pine seed collected in Great Britain during the past winter was sent to France; whether we are under an obligation to send a further supply to France next winter; and what steps are being taken to ensure the collection of a sufficient quantity for our own requirements in addition to the above?

Of the l,700 1bs. of Scots pine seed extracted on behalf of the State last winter 700 lbs. were sent to the Director of Forestry, British Expeditionary Force, in accordance with the Government's obligation to the French authorities. Next year it is proposed to send the Director 3,500 lbs. of similar seed, but no difficulties are anticipated in obtaining both this and as much more seed as may be required for home use.