{"id":4282,"date":"2020-09-17T05:30:16","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T11:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/?p=4282"},"modified":"2020-09-17T05:30:16","modified_gmt":"2020-09-17T11:30:16","slug":"lend-me-your-ear-at-harvest-audio-inspiration-for-farmers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elainefroese.com\/2020\/09\/17\/lend-me-your-ear-at-harvest-audio-inspiration-for-farmers\/","title":{"rendered":"Lend Me Your Ear at Harvest: Audio Inspiration for Farmers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\u201cHusband Wes and grandson Read as he visits the harvest field 2020 for the first time.\u201d<\/p><\/div>\n

As I write this on Sept 7<\/span>th<\/span>, Labour Day, we are 25 percent done our harvest, being very thankful for a great crop. Like you, we are putting in long hours to reap the rewards, and hopefully, to dodge the frost, rain, winds, and assorted field threats. Over the summer, I\u2019ve been listening to folks who are seeking to find a concrete plan for a future that seems quite uncertain. In this post, I want to share with you some of the best inspiration for farmers I have found. It includes podcasts, videos, and audiobook clips that can keep you company while your work. For advisors, I suggest you keep these links handy to encourage your producers and growers.<\/span><\/p>\n

[Tweet “#Farmers can make better use of their time out in the field this #harvest season\u2014just throw on a #podcast or #ebook for audio inspiration! Here are my top recommendations for the #farming community:”]<\/p>\n

Audio Inspiration for Farmers<\/span><\/h2>\n

Lend me your ear as I share some much-needed inspiration for farmers in audio form\u2014the perfect way to grow as you harvest. WARNING: the audio here could take hours of your time. But you\u2019ll be on the field for HOURS\u2026right?<\/span><\/p>\n

Building Your Farm Legacy<\/span><\/h3>\n

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My book, Building Your Farm Legacy, offers inspiration for farmers who want to build better communication on the family farm. For those who don\u2019t have time to sit down to read a book, there is an audio version available! Here is the <\/span>table of contents<\/span><\/a> to help you scout it out. And you can also check out this <\/span>audio clip sample<\/span><\/a>. Interested in learning more? You can order the book (and audiobook) <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Inspiration for Farmers of Generation 2<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Are you a generation 2 successor? Do you feel like your farm succession\/transition plan is stuck in neutral? Maybe your parents refuse to discuss the subject, leaving you frustrated, resentful, and fearful for your future? If so, this episode is right for you. First off, it doesn\u2019t need to be this way. Secondly, you don\u2019t have to travel this path alone. I\u2019m here to help get the next generation unstuck.\u00a0 Tracey Brunet of Impact Farm Marketing is passionate about successful succession planning. These podcasts offer audio inspiration for farmers of different generations, so click to listen to my pointers for <\/span>generation 1<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>generation 2<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Building Farm Culture<\/span><\/h3>\n

Would you like to see more harmony and less conflict on your farm? In this podcast, I offer inspiration for farmers who want to build a stronger culture on the farm. Culture is the invisible glue that holds the farm business and the farm family team together. If you farm with family members, whether it\u2019s a spouse or multi-generational farm family, you will want to listen to this podcast <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Succession Planning<\/span><\/h3>\n

Succession planning involves the transition of farm ownership, including labor and management. In this podcast, I offer inspiration for farmers who have been stuck trying to find an \u2018equal\u2019 plan for all because, as I explain, equal should be thrown out of the conversation, and you should focus on fair instead! Check out this podcast <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rural Realities Podcast<\/span><\/h3>\n

The <\/span>Rural Realities Podcast<\/span><\/a> comes from the University of Wisconsin Department of Agriculture and \u201cfocuses on helping farmers tap into their resilient nature by presenting advice from experts that can help reduce stress, improve a farm\u2019s financial situation, implement good farm family communication skills, and more.\u201d I encourage you to check out all the offerings via the link above, and I will share a couple of my appearances below.<\/span><\/p>\n