Series: Papers 70(40) - 182(40)
Taylor Kenkel
A file of memoranda and reports documenting to the British War Cabinet's handling of food policy. Subjects covered in the file include domestic agricultural production of commodity foods and feedstuffs; the reduction of ration sizes, including bacon rations, for military personnel; the importation of certain foods and feedstuffs; and wartime nutrition with the formulation of the Basal Diet. Documents in the file include weekly statistical reports relating to the supplies of commodity foods and feedstuffs, with losses caused by German air raids and the sinking of cargo ships; a discussion of milk policies, such as the Cheap Milk Scheme and the concern over the vulnerability of milk supplies; and progress reports concerning the progress of agriculture in Northern Ireland. Other subjects discussed include food and livestock prices; brewing and distilling provisions; cheap food for the poorer classes; fertiliser requirements for British agriculture; and communal feeding for schoolchildren and workers.
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The National Archives · 28 December 1940 English
NOTE BY THE MINISTRY or SHIPPING. REFRIGERATED SHIPPING SPACE. 1. Since the circulation of F.P.(M.). (40) 151 on 14th October last, the position has altered to a substantial extent, as …
The National Archives · 13 October 1940 English
THIS DOCUMENT IS THE PROPERTY OF HIS MAJESTY'S GOVERNMENT. Copy No. 71 (M) (40) 148. October 13, 1940. WAR CABINET. FOOD POLICY COMMITTEE. SERVICE RATIONING OF BACON. Memorandum by the …
The National Archives · 30 December 1940 English
SUPPLIES IMPORT PROGRAMME ANIMAL PROTEIN FOODS Supplies available for civilian consumption are reflecting the low rate of arrivals over recent months, and increased restrictions have been found necessary. The main …
The National Archives · 29 May 1940 English
SECRET REPORT No. 28 MINISTRY OF FOOD, GREAT WESTMINSTER HOUSE, HORSEFERRY ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Copy 92 No. STATISTICS AND INTELLIGENCE DIVISION WEEKLY REPORT ON SUPPLIES OF CERTAIN FOOD AND FEEDING-STUFFS …
The National Archives · 29 May 1940
SECRET REPORT No. 28 MINISTRY OF FOOD, GREAT WESTMINSTER HOUSE, HORSEFERRY ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. Copy 92 No. STATISTICS AND INTELLIGENCE DIVISION WEEKLY REPORT ON SUPPLIES OF CERTAIN FOOD AND FEEDING-STUFFS …
The National Archives · 5 June 1940
MINISTRY OF FOOD, GREAT WESTMINSTER HOUSE, HORSEFERRY ROAD, LONDON, S.W.1. SECRET REPORT No. 29 Copy No. 99 STATISTICS AND INTELLIGENCE DIVISION WEEKLY REPORT ON SUPPLIES OF CERTAIN FOOD AND FEEDING-STUFFS …
The National Archives · 11 September 1940
2. 5. 6. MINISTRY OF FOOD Report No. 42. Copy No. WEEKLY REPORT ON SUPPLIES OF CERTAIN FOODS AND ANIMAL FEEDS. Very low imports in the week ended August 31st …
The National Archives · 29 May 1940 English
A file of memoranda and reports documenting to the British War Cabinet's handling of food policy. Subjects covered in the file include domestic agricultural production of commodity foods and feedstuffs; …
The National Archives · 29 May 1940 English
SECRET F.P. (M) (40) Series. (Continued). WAR CABINET FOOD POLICY COMMITTEE. MEMORANDA. Serial No. Date. Brief Description. 75 12.6.40. CHEAP MILK SCHEME. PROPOSED AMENDMENT. Memo. by the Minister of Food. …
The National Archives · 20 November 1940 English
HOME FOOD PRODUCTION DRAFT PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT. The Government has decided that a further increase in home food production is vital. The nation requires increased home production of certain agricultural products. …