A season of bitter sorrows.

Discusses problems facing farmers in Canada, such as drought and U.S. farm subsidies, and plans of more regulation of farming by the Canadian government. Depletion of soil fertility, which created a need for more costly fertilizer; Way that many farmers who raise cattle have been forced to sell off their herds due to shortages in water and feed for the animals; Impact of the U.S. Trade Bill on agricultural exporters in Canada. INSETS: Why urban voters don't feel very sorry for farmers;The stricken forests.