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NCBA launches free succession planning resource 

WLJ
Aug. 07, 2026 1 minute read
NCBA launches free succession planning resource 

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Laurie Link / Missouri Department of Agriculture.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has introduced a free online succession planning learning module to help ranching families begin conversations about the future of their operations.

Developed with guidance from Oklahoma State University Professor Shannon Ferrell, the resource walks producers through the key steps of creating a plan tailored to their individual businesses. Ferrell said succession planning helps protect business continuity and eases the burden on loved ones during difficult times, noting that “a failure to plan is a plan to fail.”

The module includes a downloadable workbook and is designed to help families preserve their operations and legacy. The resource is available with an online account at tinyurl.com/ae7rb6mj.  

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