With Jessica Groskopf, Agricultural Economist and Extension Educator, UNL Center for Agricultural Profitability
What happens to the farm or ranch when no one in the family is coming back to run it? It’s a hard question and one that more and more landowners are facing. But with some planning and the right support, it’s possible to create a clear path forward that honors your wishes.
This webinar will walk through the key steps in farm and ranch succession planning without a family heir, including: how to clarify your goals, essential documents, choosing the right team of advisors, and building a plan that that is legally and practically sound.
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Article Series
Navigating Farm Succession Without a Family Heir
- Part 1: Embracing Change and Coping with Loss
- Part 2: The Question
- Part 3: Advisory Team
- Part 4: Everyone Needs These Documents
- Part 5: 7 Common Concerns
- Part 6: Leasing Land to Non-Related Parties
- Part 7: Option-to-Buy Agreements with Non-Related Parties
- Part 8: Right of First Offer and Right of First Refusal
- Part 9: Selling Assets During Life
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Recording: Succession Planning Beyond Family: Gifting Land and Legacy (Aug. 28, 2025)