The mental health of a dairy farmer battling the Dairy Farmers of Ontario marketing board became a central issue in an appeal tribunal hearing Wednesday.
Geoff Spurr, lawyer for the marketing board. sought an adjournment until the appellants can present a doctor’s opinion that they are able to withstand the pressure of cross-examination.
Spurr said he doesn’t want to harm their mental health and said he’s sure the members of the appeal tribunal agree.
Lawyer Andrew Patterson said the appellants he represents are willing to proceed without a doctor’s opinion because the whole process is stressful and “they just want to get over with it."
The tribunal ruled in favour of Spurr’s motion and set Mar. 16, 19 and 20 to continue.
There was also an indication that a settlement might be possible and no hearing would be necessary.
