Howard Buffett has taken over his father’s position as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, following a career that included farming, agricultural business, philanthropy, photography, board leadership and a stint as a small-town sheriff. Warren Buffett retired as CEO on Jan. 1 but remained chairman until last week. Howard, Berkshire’s middle child, now effectively oversees the $1.1 trillion company. His experience farming in Tekamah, Neb., despite having no prior background in agriculture, informs his work through the Howard G. Buffett Foundation and its affiliated farming organizations. The foundation, established in 1999, supports impoverished and marginalized communities, while the Sequoia Farm Foundation and Farmers Youth Education Foundation focus on agricultural research and youth education. Howard’s nontraditional education and career path offers an example for Gen Zers questioning the cost and value of a college degree.