1136. Do you think it would be better if the f.a.q. was fixed by a board appointed by the Government?— I have never had cause to find fault with the sample that was struck. 1137. You have referred to the fact that perhaps 25 farmers got together and formed themselves into co-operative societies and then appointed some of their members as directors, and the directors appointed a secretary and manager, and soon after, that secretary was appointed agent for the Westralian Farmers, Ltd., and he was the one who had to pass a decision on the quality of wheat?— He received his appointment from the executive body. The company took the agency from the Westralian Farmers before appointing the secretary. 1138. The secretary got his position as agent by the virtue of his office as secretary or manager? — Yes. 1139. The acquiring agents are the Westralian Farmers Ltd. The sub- agents are the co-operative societies, and the latter appointed their secretary or manager to act for them. Then this officer has to pass a decision on the quality of the wheat sent in by those who employ him. Do you know any instances where anything has been done by the officer which might be regarded as detrimental to the Scheme?—Yes, several. 1140.