Farm succession planning is important for several critical reasons—both for the continuity of the farm operation and for the well-being of the family involved. Farm planning:

Ensures Continuity of the Farm

• Without a plan, the farm may struggle or be forced to shut down after the current operator retires, becomes ill, or passes away.

• Succession planning allows the next generation to step in with confidence and a clear understanding of their roles.

Protects Family Relationships

• Farms are often family-run, and unclear expectations or conflicts over inheritance can cause lasting rifts.

• A clear succession plan reduces misunderstandings and promotes fairness and transparency.

2025 Western NC Landowner Tools: Family Land Succession & Mediation

Date

Location

Agenda

• 8:30 – 9:00 AM: Registration
• 9:00 – 9:15 AM: Welcome and Introductions
• 9:15 – 10:00 AM: Succession Planning
• 10:00 – 11:15 AM: Heirs Property & Genealogy
• 11:15 – 11:30 AM: Break
• 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Clearing Title & Land Transfers
• 12:00 – 12:30 PM: Agricultural Mediation
• 12:30 – 1:30 PM: Working Lunch and Movie Screening: Come and Learn Real-time about Heirs Property Issues
• 1:30 – 3:00 PM: Hurricane Recovery: Funding & Taxes
• 3:00 – 3:15 PM: Break
• 3:15 – 3:45 PM: Agricultural Topic
• 3:45 – 4:00 PM: Landowner Survey and Wrap-up

For more information:
go.ncsu.edu/ncat_heirsprogram

Accommodation requests related to a disability or limited English proficiency should be made by October 7th or 10 days before the event to Biswanath Dari at bdari@ncat.edu.

N.C. Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.