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In three decades working with farmers I have seen dozens and dozens of companies who harness conflict creatively.
And in so doing get the most out of everyone as well [...]

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Most farmers are of the opinion that one or more of their kids will succeed them owning and managing their farm. But what it it turns out that none of them are interested in running the place?
You have two options.
#1, you can keep working forever (ok you may be able to find someone [...]

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Unless you’ve been living in a cave for the last few years, you know that business coaches are everywhere.
If you think a small business coach can help you and your family, how would you choose the right one for you?
All things being equal you’d probably choose a person you like, someone you resonate with and [...]

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At the Top Producer Young Farmers Program, Kevin Spafford, Farm Journal succession planning expert, a breakout session entitled How to Talk to Dad with Ben Hudye, of Hudye Farms.
Listen to this segment: With clear objectives the result is success.
Duration : 0:1:26

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When you listen to the experts you invariably come away with the feeling that farm succession planning is anything but simple or easy.
Why do the experts take that approach to something that must be done if the farm is going to survive?
In whose interest is this picture doom and gloom?
Maybe that’s why farmers always put [...]

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