County Roads
Through a business and legal lens, the County Roads Podcast by ISU Extension and Outreach's Beginning Farmer Center takes a practical look at the challenges farmers face every day. Whether you’re getting started in farming or have years of experience, this podcast offers valuable insights on topics that matter to you.
Each episode features Kristiana Coutu, director of the Beginning Farmer Center, and Tim Christensen, ISU Extension and Outreach farm management specialist. They will discuss the business and legal aspects of running a farm, featuring straightforward conversations about production, financing, land access, labor, taxes, succession, and more - all grounded in how farms actually operate.
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Tuesday May 05, 2026
Tuesday May 05, 2026
In our first episode, Kristiana and Tim take a broad look at farm succession planning and the dynamics shaping transitions on today’s family farms. Drawing from conversations with farmers in Iowa and across the country, they discuss common concerns and the issues weighing on farm families as they plan for the future of their farms.
Resources for today's episode: https://beginningfarmer.iastate.edu/