The Profitable Steward
Jared is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experiences with other farmers and ranchers to help them achieve their goals of profitability to be truly regenerative and "regenerational" to involve the next generation. Through the Profitable Steward Podcast, he provides a platform for experts in the field of regenerative agriculture to share their insights and best practices, as well as for other successful farmers and ranchers to share their stories and lessons learned.The focus of the podcast is on promoting regenerative agriculture principles and practices that improve soil health, animal health, and overall farm or ranch productivity. Jared believes that these practices are key to ensuring the long-term viability of the agricultural industry, and that by implementing them, farmers and ranchers can secure their financial future while also leaving a positive legacy for future generations.Whether you are a seasoned farmer or rancher, or just starting out, the Profitable Steward Podcast is a must-listen resource for anyone looking to improve their operation and secure their future in agriculture. So tune in and learn from Jared and his guests as they share their wisdom and experience on how to be a profitable steward of the land and your livestock.
The Profitable Steward
Ep. 81 Estate Planning for Farmers and Ranchers: How to Protect Your Family, Land, and Legacy
Estate planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming, but avoiding it can be costly.
In this episode of the Profitable Steward, Jared Sorensen sits down with estate planning attorney Brandon Dean Rains for a practical, plain-language conversation about how farm and ranch families can protect their land, their family relationships, and their legacy.
Together, they cover:
- When and why to form LLCs for farms and ranches
- How asset protection really works in agriculture
- The difference between a will and a trust
- How to think about guardianship for young children
- Succession planning when kids are still young
- Life insurance as a tool for keeping the ranch intact
- Common estate planning mistakes and how to avoid them
- Why communication matters more than documents
This episode is especially valuable for farmers and ranchers entering 2026 who want to stop postponing hard conversations and start building a plan that serves future generations.