Joy Kirkpatrick

Joy Kirkpatrick

Farm Succession Outreach Specialist / University of Wisconsin – Madison Division of Extension
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Tensions during farm succession

Finances, communication, inheritance, change and control are five topics that commonly cause tension during farm successions.
August 5, 2025
Joy Kirkpatrick

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.


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How to start holding consistent, productive farm meetings with a purpose

Effective meetings can improve communication, provide clear direction, set or shift priorities, review production and financial records, and set strategies for improvement.
July 22, 2024
Joy Kirkpatrick

You never hear someone say they love farming because they love sitting in a meeting room talking about business. They will probably say they’d rather be doing anything else – with animals, crops, machinery, you name it – than sitting in meetings.


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