Rural Realities

Finding Fairness in Farm Transition

August 17, 2020 Elaine Froese, Farm Transition Specialist Season 1 Episode 6
Rural Realities
Finding Fairness in Farm Transition
Show Notes

"Finding Fairness in Farm Transition" by Elaine Froese, Farm Transition Specialist

Farmers navigate tough conversations and situations every single day but talking about farm succession and transition is a once-in-a-lifetime event that can come with its own unique set of challenges. Elaine Froese, a farm transition specialist, shares tips and tricks on setting yourself up for success when transitioning the farm to the next generation in this "Rural Realities" episode.

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