There are significant and detailed decisions to be made when owning a farm and building a legacy.
Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy events will feature critical and practical updates for farmers, landowners, and agricultural stakeholders on the current agricultural environment, including succession planning, asset stewardship, Farm Bill, and market conditions. The first event will be on March 2 at the I Hotel and Conference Center in Champaign.
Discussion will cover practical topics, including:
- Building Strong Landowner-Tenant Relationships: Tips for clear and effective communication to ensure successful farm management.
- Understanding Today’s Farm Economics: Gain insights from experts like Jonathan Coppess and Gary Schnitkey to help navigate current financial challenges.
- Conservation and Sustainability Updates: Learn about the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy and current efforts to improve soil health and water quality through agricultural conservation practices.
- Regional Focus: A spotlight on issues and opportunities unique to your area.
- Networking and Discussion: Connect with other landowners and professionals, share experiences, and enjoy lunch while discussing what matters most to your operation.
The cost is $20 per location with lunch included. For those who cannot attend in person, a hybrid online option will be available. Each event will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is required for this location by Feb. 24 at go.illinois.edu/FarmLegacy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Reagen Tibbs at rgtibbs@illinois.edu or 217-732-8289. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.
About Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy
With three in-person locations and a simultaneous hybrid online option on each date, more Illinois landowners can be reached and informed. It is essential for both Extension and Farm Bureau's legacies to be a trusted source for Illinois farmers, landowners, and stakeholders to turn to when making decisions about their farms, both today and in the future.
Additional Events
- June 30, Sycamore, DeKalb County Farm Bureau
- Aug. 25, Mt. Vernon, DoubleTree Hotel
