K-State conference helps beginning farmers, ranchers return to the family farm and plan for succession

K-State Extension news service

Free series slated for four Kansas locations

MANHATTAN, Kan. — One of agriculture’s most pressing challenges — preparing the next generation’s return to the farm and ranch — is the focus of a series of free, statewide conferences hosted by Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture this fall.

The Beginning Farmer and Rancher Conference series, developed by Robin R…