"Farmers harness the power of nature to make things grow" but the way they do it has changed since May 23, 2003 when Canada's first case of BSE (Mad Cow Disease) was found.

"Even though it is four years since it began the affects of BSE are still being felt. Many farmers have been forced to change or sell their operations, some have gone out of business, and some have had to get off-farm jobs to support their families and keep the bills paid."

The Farm Line Support Service is exploring the long and short term affects of the "BSE Crisis" on farmers, their families and their rural neighbours and communities.

"We are encouraging farmers to take this opportunity to voice their opinions about what they felt didn't work and make suggestions for future programs."

If you would like to 'have your say' or would like additional information please call 613-774-5404 or email: