Transition Planning Needs Non-Farming Family Members – By Gavin Betker
The non-farming members of a farming family can be a great resource and important contributors to the transition planning process. However, communication and involvement are highly correlated with positive planning experiences for all stakeholders. Early adoption...
Telling Lenders a Good Farm Story Can Help Access Capital – By Blake Copley
In an era in which agricultural markets can turn on a dime, securing reliable and affordable financing has become a critical challenge that can determine the success or failure of a farming operation. Access to capital is the cornerstone of a thriving farm, whether...
Peer Power And Professional Precision Can Lead To Success – By Blake Copley
In the dynamic and fast-changing world of agricultural production, successful farm management increasingly relies upon a combination of traditional wisdom and innovative strategies to improve business results and viability. Across the industry, farm management...
Communication and Mental Health – By Sara Chambers
Benefits of a proactive communication strategy when addressing the mental health of your team. Now that the first part of “busy season” is (mostly) in the rearview mirror, I’m sure many of you are taking stock of how your operation performed and are planning for...
Intentionally Building Your Transition Team – By Gavin Betker
No two transition plans are the same - that is obvious to anyone who has done some reading on the subject or has partially or completely navigated through the process. However, there are commonalities found among lots of families and farms that manage through this...
