Tag: farm succession
Farm transitions are as much about families as about farms
Farm transitions are one way that new farmers get into agriculture. But with family, money and changes in who is taking on leadership roles involved, transitions aren't easy.
Address the ‘elephants in the barn’ on farm transition planning
Talking about the future of any business is important, especially so for family farms. Learn how to address the "elephants in the barn" and get started.
No one is ever just a farm kid
Whether you are a parent, mentor, educator, employer, admissions counselor or advisor, it is your responsibility to believe in and advocate for youth.
Thinking about farm succession plans
Farm families need to develop a long term plan for their farm. Dairy Excel author David Marrison offers some tips to get started.
Plan for farm transition today
Prepare to pass on your family farm. Take a 365-day pledge to share information with the next generation.
How to seek help with retirement planning
As you prepare for retirement, it’s a good idea to identify some trusted resources you can contact to learn more. Here are some good places to start.
How to set goals for retirement
Your retirement plan can change many times, but you should at least know your goals and how you will achieve them.
A farmer’s guide to saving for retirement
Farmers may not have the same financial options to save for retirement as large companies, but they still have options. Learn more about those options.
A farmer’s guide to planning for retirement
How you want to spend your retirement is determined long before you reach your senior years. Learn how to plan ahead to retire from farming.
Pa. plans farm succession program in Erie County
To help farm families start their succession planning process, Penn State Extension is offering a new interactive program, “What’s your exit strategy?”
