
Author Archives

Froese: Who gets to do what on the farm?
Everyone should be aware of the family roles guide
Froese: What is your model of forgiveness?
What conflict hits your farm what is your plan to make things better?

Froese: Creating a sense of urgency is a good thing
Don’t wait and let a health crisis be your motivator — act now

Froese: ‘Shutdown’ insights to get folks to the transition table to talk
Knowing some of the reasons why people shut down is good start to communication

Froese: Intentional Wealth — and other books to spark conversations
These books are also full of ideas to help manage resources

Froese: Letting go of the anger of failed succession plans
Despite the failed plan you have to get around the disappointment and see other opportunities

Froese: Valentine validation of farm women and beyond
Time to affirm that your partner’s feelings and opinions are valid and worthwhile

Froese: Hiding behind your advisers
Don’t expect your team of advisers to create a transition plan before you engage with the family

Froese: How to pitch pride and get transition traction
If emotion is affecting transition — you need to talk

Froese: St. Nick’s easy ways to kick-start succession success
How about some practical gifts that show you are serious about transition?
Grainews is written for farmers and often by farmers. It is about putting theory into practice on the farm. Each issue also features Cattleman’s Corner for cow-calf producers and farmers with mixed cattle and grain operations.