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There's no reason why a farm owner or manager shouldn't strongly consider the plans for that business if they were no longer there.

Succession planning

Succession planning

This online training course will give you the tools and ideas you need to bring key stakeholders together and make an effective plan for the succession of the business.

There's no reason why a farm owner or manager shouldn't strongly consider the plans for that business if they were no longer there.
Get a better understanding of the core components needed in an effective succession plan with our online learning materials.

Aims

This Essential Skills: Succession planning online training course aims to:

  • Help you undertand what's needed in a succession plan, why it's needed, who needs it and when you should start planning
  • Give you an understanding of the impact of not having a succession plan in place
  • Explore ways you can start conversations on succession planning and help you find the approach that will best suit your situation
  • Tackle common misconceptions on succession and provide ideas on preparing for retirement
  • Understand how different personalities react differently to change and find out how you can support others through the process

Try our sample module FREE

You can access a sample module from the Learning Path completely FREE!

Simply fill in the short form here, and you can try some of our award-winning learning content, taken straight out of the Nutrient management Learning Path.

Of course, members can access the whole Learning Path, save their progress and receive a certificate, helping them evidence this and their other learning accomplishments in one place.

To access the award-winning Learning Hub, with bespoke learning recommendations - including the rest of this Learning Path, become a member today.

Overview

This online training equips you with the knowledge, tools and strategies to start discussions about succession, address concerns, conduct effective planning meetings, navigate changes and develop a robust plan to safeguard the future of your farm.

It is suitable for anyone who owns or is involved in running a farm or horticulture site and wants to ensure the farm's continued operation and success.

Succession planning should begin as early as possible, so even if you’re just starting your farming career, this Learning Path can help you understand the process and provide valuable insights for the future.

What will I achieve?
3 CPD points
How long will it take?
1 hour, 20 minutes

How this relates to the Capability Framework

The learning objectives in this online training relate to the capabilities inside the Business area of our Capability Framework.

Thanks to our partner organisations

Our Essential Skills learning has been made in collaboration with: