In this first episode of 2026, Walt Moore of Walmoore Holsteins shares real-world farm succession planning lessons—from navigating blended families and non-farm heirs to addressing Undiscussable™ issues around identity, retirement, housing, debt, and conflict. A must-listen for farm families planning their future with clarity and courage.
Farm transition planning gets complicated when spouses or siblings don’t share the same vision. In this episode, Certified Financial Planner Kevin Hegedus shares practical tools for aligning expectations, navigating fair vs. equal inheritance, planning for retirement, and using family meetings, contingency planning, and long-term care strategies to create clarity and confidence for farm families.
Giving feedback to family members can feel personal and complicated, especially in farm businesses where roles overlap. In this episode, leadership development takes center stage as HR specialist Lyndsay Seafoot shares practical tools for creating clarity, fostering accountability, and communicating respectfully within family-run operations. You’ll learn how structured check-ins, clear expectations, and a professional culture can transform feedback from a source of conflict into a pathway to stronger leadership and healthier relationships.
In this episode, farm family coach Vanessa Froese shares how to stop waiting for others, set healthy boundaries, and take back control of your future on the farm—one clear conversation and one intentional step at a time.
Certified Financial Planner Amber Meyer joins to share expert insights on how a farm financial advisor can help families align money, mindset, and legacy for smooth, successful transitions. Learn practical strategies for communication, asset planning, and generational harmony.
Dr. David M. Kohl joins to discuss how young farmers can approach family farm transition to the next generation with clarity, transparency, and solid financial planning. Learn why honest assessments, written goals, and courage are key to lasting success.
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