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February 18, 2010
Winnipeg - CWB directors will be reporting to farmers in a series of accountability meetings to be held in 21 communities across the Prairies in March.
The annual Farmer Forum meetings provide an opportunity for farmers to meet their elected CWB director. Producers can learn about the CWB's past performance, as well as future market and sales outlooks. Farmers are also invited to share their views on CWB programs, services and policy. The meetings take place between March 8 and 19.
"Farmer Forums are really a win-win for farmers and their elected directors," says Larry Hill, chair of the CWB's farmer-controlled board of directors.
"As directors, these forums let us hear from producers and gather constructive suggestions for decision-making. For farmers, these forums provide a great opportunity to ask questions on any topic concerning their business, and to offer any suggestions for how CWB programs and services can better meet their needs."
In 2009, feedback surveys showed that 91 per cent of attendees found Farmer Forums to be beneficial. In particular, participants said they enjoyed receiving market outlook, sales and pricing information, and appreciated the question-and-answer sessions. Farmer Forums have been a staple each spring since the formation of the farmer-controlled board of directors 11 years ago.
Farmers can register online at www.cwb.ca/forums, or by phoning 1-800-275-4292.
Locations and dates of CWB Farmer Forums
For a complete list of times, venues and directors, visit www.cwb.ca/forums.
Alberta:
| March 10 | Vulcan |
| March 11 | Lacombe |
| March 15 | Falher |
| March 16 | Fort Saskatchewan |
| March 17 | Foremost |
| March 18 | Myrnam/Derwent |
| March 19 | Lougheed |
Saskatchewan:
| March 8 | North Battleford |
| March 9 | Meadow Lake, Outlook |
| March 10 | Melfort |
| March 12 | Harris |
| March 15 | Lumsden |
| March 16 | Leader, Cupar |
| March 17 | Glenavon, MacNutt |
| March 18 | Canora |
Manitoba:
| March 8 | McCreary |
| March 11 | Oak Bluff |
| March 16 | Shoal Lake |
Controlled by western Canadian farmers, the CWB is the largest wheat and barley marketer in the world. As one of Canada's biggest exporters, the Winnipeg-based organization sells grain to over 70 countries and returns all sales revenue, less marketing costs, to farmers.
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For more information, please contact:
John Lyons
CWB media relations manager
Tel: (204) 983-3101
Cell: (204) 223-4281
john_lyons@cwb.ca
