Using an intentionally defective grantor trust (“IDGT”) might just be the estate planning tool you are looking for. An IDGT is an estate planning tool used to freeze certain assets of an individual for estate tax purposes but not for income tax purposes.

Transition planning is not often a pleasant experience, and for many operations, transitioning management and ownership from one generation to the next creates many uncomfortable situations.

Celebrate June Dairy Month with these tried-and-true recipes straight from the kitchens of real farmwomen who use real dairy products as a staple ingredient. They are kid-tested and potluck-approved.

In the heart of America’s Dairyland, one little county has made a big impact on the dairy industry for going on 60 years.

Roden Echo Valley LLC, a 550-cow family dairy located just outside of West Bend, Wisconsin, has taken on the challenge of educating their community on just what a dairy farm consists of. This challenge for many may have been too large or intimidating to attempt, but with the enthusiasm and leadership of their youngest daughter, Jacki Roden, the family dairy became a classroom.