By Scout Nelson
Kansas State University, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Purdue University are partnering to offer a four-part farm succession planning workshop series. These hands-on workshops aim to help families create effective farm transition plans while addressing key communication, financial, and legal considerations.
With 70% of U.S. farmland expected to transfer in the next 20 years, the workshops focus on preserving farmland and supporting rural communities. Participants will gain practical tools to begin or improve their transition plans, ensuring successful generational transfers.
Workshops will be held in person across Kansas, Nebraska, and Indiana, with a fully online option available for those unable to attend in person. Sixty-three in-person locations will host sessions, which include livestreamed keynote presentations and interactive local activities.
The series kicks off on January 21, 2025, and continues on January 28, February 4, and February 11. Topics include motivational planning, family communication, financial planning, and legal implementation. Each session builds on the last, so participants must register for the entire series.
Registration costs $60 for in-person attendees before January 12, 2025, and includes meals and materials. Late registration fees increase to $75, with no guarantee of materials. The online option costs $75, offering flexibility for out-of-state family members.
While the program emphasizes women’s issues in agriculture, it is open to all participants. By fostering essential skills and discussions, these workshops aim to secure farmland and ensure rural prosperity.
For more information, contact K-State Agricultural Economics or visit their website.
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