Show Notes
Succession planning can feel daunting and complex. With multiple people bringing different expectations to the table, it can be difficult to build a plan that fits everyone - which is why less than one in five farm families actually have a farm succession plan in place.
In this episode, host Amy Crozier sits down with Kevin Brooks, Farm Business Management and Marketing Educator with the University of Illinois, to explore the family dynamics that can make succession and estate planning difficult. They discuss how owners can establish clear goals, understand expectations and begin building a plan for their operation.
Kevin also shares practical steps families can take to get started and explains why clear and consistent communication can help prevent surprises, protect relationships and prepare everyone for what lies ahead.
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