On The Land
1 May, 2026
Succession planning session
PRIMARY producers in the region have the opportunity to increase their knowledge on family farm succession and business transition at a complimentary information session to be held next month.
Hosted by Rabobank’s Queensland Rabo Client Council, the practical Business Transition and Succession Planning information session will be held in Atherton on 21 May.
The interactive session – which is free of charge – offers practical information, such as why family and business communication can be difficult and how to improve it, what makes a meeting work and how to take into account differing family goals.
Limited to 30 participants and not restricted to the bank’s clients, the session will be delivered by director of Transition Partners, Jim Benson.
During the session, Mr Benson will share different scenarios of what succession can look like for a family enterprise, and how problems can arise when different dynamics are added.
The session is not aimed to address family specific issues for attendees, rather it is an information sharing opportunity drawing on Mr Benson’s first-hand knowledge.
The Atherton event is part of a series of Business Transition and Succession Planning information sessions delivered around Australia, led and funded by food and agribusiness banking specialist’s Rabo Client Councils.
Rabobank state manager for Queensland Polly Saraiva said the session in Atherton was developed to support farming families in preparing for the transfer of their agricultural businesses across generations.
“The focus is on enhancing communication skills to facilitate effective discussions regarding business transition and succession planning,” she said.
“By making informed decisions and keeping communication open, families can build strategies that support the core values of their family farm to help ensure its future success.
“Transitioning a farm business successfully involves much more than just legal or financial considerations.”
The session content includes guidance on how to start the conversation about business succession, Ms Saraiva said.
“During the session, participants will delve into key aspects of organising their initial meeting to discuss next steps in management, business, property and wealth transition.
“Additionally, practical tools will be offered to aid in the planning process, assist in settling family and business conflicts and address family-related issues.”
The session is on Thursday, 21 May from 8am-2pm. To register to participate, visit the Rabobank website.
