Why Farm Succession Fails - Rena Striegel Explains

Passing down the farm shouldn’t break a family — yet most transitions fail long before the paperwork does.In this episode, Dr. Sas talks with Rena Striegel, one of America’s leading farm-succession experts and creator of The DIRTT Project. Together, they reveal why families get stuck, what causes conflict, and how farm operations can build clarity, confidence, and a future that works for everyone.For every farmer preparing for transition — or afraid to start the conversation — this episode is for you.