farm succession

In an effort to help Idaho farm families transition to the next generation, the Idaho Farm and Ranch Center will offer a free Succession Planning Course.  The on-line course allows producers to learn the necessary steps to pass your farm or ranch onto the next generation.     ...

More than 50% of Americans think having an estate planning is at least somewhat important, but only 33% have a will or living trust.  According to AARP’s Sen Voskuhl, estate planning is even more important for farmers as it decides the future of the farm.  Without a goo...

Northwest Farm Credit Services is hosting a retreat in January focusing planning for the future of your farm or ranch and how to transition into retirement.   Carl Sohn said it’s often one of the top issues they hear about from farmers.   “...

A recent report issued by Oregon State University, Portland State University and Rogue Farm Corps says 64 percent of the state’s farmland will have new owners in the next 20 years.   That’s why there will be a series of farm succession workshops throughout October and November, something ODA Land Use Specialist Jim Johnson will be extremely useful.   “A hand...