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I have a job and im looking into doing odd jobs for other farmers so to me im not worried if he does sell up but i want to be able to take over if he wants that. he says he wants to sell one day then the next wishes to pass it on. it goes back and fourth. the structure begins and ends with him.

I hope to help and takeover from my father on his land one day if he will let me (discussed on another thread) but as a closed off person he doesnt give anyone an inch. I was thinking of doing odd jobs and services for other local farmers to gain experience and trust in the community. I know...

Thats what i hope to do but he is very hard to communicate with on a good day

I understand the sentiment but my father in particular always mentions wanting to give up, retire, sell up etc. Hes able bodied on a good day but he clearly isnt taking good care of himself in general. Despite his want to move on he has trouble letting go and so often closes himself off from his...

Cotswolds area

unfortunately hes very stubborn. he will say he wishes he could pass on responsibilities for x y z but then not tell you how you can help to do that if that makes sense

My father has been growing Xmas trees since before I was born but i can tell its now taking a toll on him (m65). I help out where i can throughout the year and especially as christmas approaches but i think it might be best to look to take over the main jobs from him, although he sure is...