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K-State Research and Extension is partnering with Fort Hays State University to host “Thriving Across Generations: Succession Planning in Rural Kansas” on March 11. | Download this photo.

Thriving Across Generations: Succession Planning in Rural Kansas

K-State, Fort Hays State to host March 11 event

February 4, 2020

HAYS, Kan. -- Planning for the future is vital and families must take steps to ensure assets for the next generation. To support Kansas families through the process, K-State Research and Extension is partnering with the Small Business Development Center at Fort Hays State University to host the program, “Thriving Across Generations: Succession Planning in Rural Kansas” on Wednesday, March 11 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

The event will be at the Fort Hays State University Memorial Union, 700 College Drive in Hays.

The featured speaker for this event is Rick Feltenberger, regional director at the FHSU Kansas Small Business Development Center. Participants will also choose one of three breakout sessions. Farm succession planning will be led by Roger McEowen, professor of agricultural law and taxation at Washburn University’s School of Law. Tom Byler with Emporia State University and Washburn SBDCs will discuss Small Business Succession. FHSU’s Tony Gabel will speak about estate plans for farm families.

The early registration of $20 per person includes a meal and an estate planning notebook. Register online; early registration is due by March 9. Registration of $30 will be accepted at the door and includes a meal and materials.

For questions, call the K-State Research and Extension Cottonwood District office at 785-628-9430.

At a glance

Succession planning for family farms can bring challenges. A March 11 workshop sponsored by K-State and Fort Hays State universities will help families navigate the ins and outs of the process.

Source

Stacy Campbell
785-628-9430
scampbel@ksu.edu

 

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