Iowa Farm Bureau launches two-day farm succession planning workshop for farm families

Immersive session builds on popular IFBF Take Root program providing hands-on, actionable farm transition plan

Iowa Farm Bureau Federation's (IFBF) Take Root program is helping farm families take the next step in securing their legacy with a two-day summer immersive workshop, 'Real Talk to Real Timelines,' Aug. 12-13, at the West 48 Conference Center in West Des Moines. Designed for multigenerational farm families, the workshop builds on the success of IFBF's well-established and widely trusted Take Root program, offering a structured, hands-on setting to begin important succession planning conversations and build a clear path forward for the future of the family farm.

'Real Talk to Real Timelines' will provide farm families with guided conversations, facilitated planning sessions and one-on-one time with an attorney and other planning experts to achieve a clear, actionable transition plan. A tangible succession plan binder will help family members navigate the transition planning process while establishing the family farm vision, roles, ownership structure, governance, tax considerations, pay and benefits, long-term strategy and more.

"For more than a decade, Iowa Farm Bureau's Take Root program has helped hundreds of farm families navigate one of the most important conversations they will have-how to preserve not only their farm operation, but the values, relationships and legacy behind it," said Amanda Van Steenwyk, IFBF farm business development manager. "This immersive workshop is designed to give families the time, guidance and support to make thoughtful decisions together and leave with a completed workbook that outlines their vision, roles, ownership strategy, timelines and next steps-creating a meaningful path forward for a smooth transition and a lasting family farm legacy."

Registration for Real Talk to Real Timelines: A Take Root Immersive Farm Succession Workshop opens May 18 and is limited to 10 Farm Bureau member families. The cost is $150 per family and $50 to add two additional family members. Early bird registration for $50 off through June 8 using promo code "FBEARLYBIRD." For more information or to join Iowa Farm Bureau, visit https://www.iowafarmbureau.com.