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  Ross, there are interesting points in your well researched post. However, if a law were to implement protectionism of local produce over imported produce, which I'd fully support, Barry would be up in arms surely?
  
  Any kind of common sense proposal to maximise local farm produce (world-wide as well as nationally) would require some form of protectionist law, but then we're back to base 1, accusing the State of "getting involved in the economy" no matter how beneficial it may be.
  
  You are also right about the absurd quota laws and the fines they impose, and the desposing of crops that are beyond these quotas.
  
  Farm subsidies should be redefined through common sense initiatives, and if faded out, only gradually and in a way that farmers can work (and give work to local seasonal workers), and at the same time enjoy a fair income for their efforts.

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