By Scout Nelson
Agricultural professionals who work closely with farm and ranch families will have an opportunity to strengthen their succession planning skills at a workshop scheduled for October 14, 2026, in Hays, Kansas. The program is designed to help trusted advisors support clients through the process of transitioning agricultural operations to the next generation.
The workshop is geared toward agricultural lenders, accountants, attorneys, and other professionals who assist farm businesses. Participants will gain practical tools for starting succession discussions, identifying next steps, and helping families move forward with transition plans.
The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Kansas State University Agricultural Research Center in Hays. Registration costs $100 and includes workshop materials as well as lunch.
Attendees will learn techniques for recognizing when clients are ready to discuss succession planning and how to ask more effective questions. The program also focuses on managing challenging conversations and connecting farm families with resources that support successful transitions.
With many farm owners preparing for retirement, succession planning has become an increasingly important topic in agriculture. The workshop aims to equip advisors with communication and planning strategies that can help families make informed decisions and preserve the long-term future of their operations.
The training centers on four key areas: recognizing client readiness, asking better questions, navigating difficult conversations, and connecting clients to valuable resources. These skills are intended to help advisors guide producers through transition planning with greater confidence and effectiveness.
Interested professionals can register online through agmanager.info. Organizers encourage early registration for those seeking additional training in farm succession and transition planning.
The event supports the goal of building stronger farms and smoother family transitions by helping agricultural professionals provide informed guidance throughout the succession planning process.
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