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Module 8: Farm Transfer Decisions

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In this module, there is a link to Who Will Get Grandpa's Farm? a comprehensive website from Purdue University that discusses suggested communication methods for family discussions about farm transfers and succession. There is also a worksheet to analyze the pros and cons of various farm transfer strategies and a link to a publication with case studies about actual farm transfers.

  1. Who Will Get Grandpa's Farm?
  2. Farm Transfer Brainstorming Worksheet
  3. Farm Transfer Issues

Communication is necessary to understand the needs and wants of family members. Here are tips for successful discussions and resources for starting the conversation.

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Tips for Successful Discussions

Watch the Rutgers video: Tips for Successful Discussions

(Workshop financially supported by the USDA and Northeast Extension Risk Management Education.)