One of the most critical stages in the development of any family business is the transfer of its ownership and control to the next generation. However, the process by which this transfer is achieved in farming has been one of the least-researched facets of farm business management. This paper...

Over recent years, socio-economic restructuring has tended to undermine the tradition al functions of small rural towns. Empirical evidence also suggests that significant proportion s of economic transactions are carried out through the region al, national an d international economy....

Over recent years, socio-economic restructuring has tended to undermine the traditional functions of small rural towns. Empirical evidence also suggests that significant proportions of economic transactions are carried out through the regional, national and international economy. Establishing...