How are you showing up on the farm? Do your actions meet up with your goals? Rena Striegel, a farm succession planning consultant, encourages the next generation of on-farm leaders to do some self-reflection.

According to USDA, 58% of corn is still in good condition, but that's down 2% from last week, while the amount in poor condition inches higher. Winter wheat in good condition is slightly down to 39%, while the amount in fair (34%) or poor (13%) condition is up by 2%.

Focusing on marketing and margins will help farming's next generation protect against the ”unknown unknowns,” says Alan Brugler, a market analyst and adviser.

The in-field and classroom sessions will address proven practices that increase yield, ways to gain nutrient efficiency, government/private programs and premium/specialty crops.