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Purdue offers program series to help in transition planning
 
The Purdue Extension Succession Planning Team invites you to participate in Securing the Future: Legal Audits for Farm Families and Agricultural Success, a free, live, virtual program series created to support farm families as they prepare for the legal aspects of transition planning.
This series is designed to help participants better understand how legal audits can strengthen succession plans and support a smoother, more successful transition to the next generation.
Program highlights include:
• Free and fully virtual
• Eight live webinar options
• Attend one session or participate in the full series
• Practical information tailored to farm families and agricultural operations
Whether you are just beginning the conversation or actively planning for transition, this series offers valuable insights to help you make informed decisions for the future of your farm.
Program Schedule & Topics: 
- June 22 – Contingency Planning & Code Red 
- June 29 – Operating & Buy-Sell Agreements, Featuring: Scott Linneweber, Shareholder Attorney, Eagle & Fein, P.C.
- July 13 – Personal Estate Planning, Featuring: Scott Linneweber, Shareholder Attorney, Eagle & Fein, P.C.
- Aug. 10 – Planning for Incapacity, Featuring: Scott Linneweber, Shareholder Attorney, Eagle & Fein, P.C.
- Aug. 24 – Managing Transfer & Professionalizing the Family Business
- Aug. 31 – Land Leases & Tenant Relationships
All programs will be virtual from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. EST. Register today: https://bit.ly/securingthefuture2026.

5/18/2026