"Because of the complexity of farm transfers, they require considerable thought, discussion, and planning beforehand... Transferring the farm can be such an emotional topic for some farmers that they delay talking about it with their families until retirement is upon them, in which case the transfer can become a stressful and hurried affair. If you start to talk to your family about the transfer early, it will eventually become a common topic of discussion and you will be able to get the ball rolling on developing a sound and efficient plan... Your farm and family will be ready to make a transfer that... is transacted smoothly."

From "Planning Ahead for Your Farm Transfer" Pennsylvania Center for Farm Transitions