Normalizing the fact that there will be tensions and taking the time to consider your farm’s tensions can set the farm on the path to a more resilient succession plan. This article discusses strategies for a smoother succession process.

It has recently been brought to my attention that I am … how do I put this appropriately? Oh, that’s right: old.

It was hot and muggy in the old middle school gym in Sugar City, Idaho. In the absence of anything that seemed to even resemble a ventilation system – other than the door on the east end of the gym being ajar, courtesy of a big gray garbage can – the air seemed to be thick and stale, a natural byproduct of summer basketball in small-town southern Idaho.

We all know that communication is important, especially for healthy relationships, scaling up and a successful transition plan. With that said, why can it be so tough to communicate consistently? This article explores five reasons we avoid difficult conversations and how to improve overall communication. 

The story tells of a man who survived the Johnstown flood and aced an exam. He tells St. Peter about his intellect, who became the chief of the New Testament Apostles. St. Peter also killed Judas' betrayal with his own sword.

Lately, my mind has been filled with thoughts about a man I never had the opportunity to meet but who greatly impacted my life. He was an important figure in my husband’s life before we met, and I wish he’d known the ripple effect his life had before he passed away.