The importance of farm succession planning

In advance of Generational Renewal Week 2026 which takes place from Monday 7th to Friday 11th September, Teagasc specialist Ruth Fennell joins the Beef Edge podcast to discuss succession planning and preview the week.

The week will consist of a hybrid programme of events on generation renewal and included are three webinars and two farm walks. Whether you are just starting to consider succession planning or are ready to take the next step, Generational Renewal Week has something for everyone.

It will highlight career paths for young farmers and support for older farmers in stepping back. It covers tax, succession, and collaborative models like partnerships, share farming, and leasing to help families to start the transition.

Details of events taking place throughout the week:

• Monday, 7^th September | Generational Renewal in Action Live Webinar
• Tuesday, 8^th September | Understanding the Nursing Home Support Scheme (Fair Deal) Live Webinar
• Wednesday, 9^th September | Dairy Farm Walk – Exploring Collaborative Farming Options
• Thursday, 10^th September | Agricultural Tax Reliefs and Collaborative Farming Options for Farm Families Live Webinar
• Friday, 11^th September | Beef, Sheep & Tillage Farm Walk

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Find out more about Generational Renewal Week here

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