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Tuesday, October 22 • 1:45pm - 3:00pm
Farm Succession Planning 101

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This workshop is an opportunity for those with limited business planning experience to learn about how to support farm succession planning. This introductory session will provide an overview of the transfer planning process while highlighting key concepts – such as feasibility, timeline, and transactional consideration – as well as common mistakes. While farm business planning can be complex and challenging, this workshop will provide the framework, resources, and encouragement for those hoping to engage in this rewarding work.

Learning Objectives:
-Understand the basic steps in the farm succession process.
-Understand common challenges that planners face and how to address them.
-Recommend resources and further learning opportunities.

Moderators
avatar for Sam Smith

Sam Smith

Farm Business Director, Intervale Center
Sam brings a passion for farming and food systems to his work at the Intervale. He grew up in Southern Vermont, went to UVM, and received a MBA in Sustainability from Antioch New England. He has worked as both a livestock and vegetable farmer, and been involved in the Vermont agricultural... Read More →

Speakers
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Jack Hornickel, Esq.

Jack provides legal services to farm businesses that sell in the GrowNYC Greenmarkets, a network of 50+ farmers markets throughout New York City. A graduate of Vermont Law School, Jack specializes in land use, conservation, and farm succession planning and takes great pride in working... Read More →
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Benneth Phelps

Director of Farmer Services, Dirt Capitol Partners
Benneth joined Dirt Capital Partners in 2016 as the Director of Farmer Services to further develop and refine the company’s approach to investing in land in partnership with farmers, and the company’s organizational culture and infrastructure. Previously, Benneth was Loan and... Read More →


Tuesday October 22, 2019 1:45pm - 3:00pm CDT
Portside Room