Agriculture, particularly family farming, has had, and still has, an important role in many rural communities as a basis for economic activity, local social organization and as a lifestyle, although its economic role has declined over time. The development of agriculture has turned into an industry where profitability is linked to increased demands for effectiveness and capital investments. New and many times large investments are often made   in connection with succession. And because the choice of taking over a farm also is a choice of place to live, the choice of being a farmer has more consequences for the family compared to choices of other occupation. Therefore the new generation of farmers entering or consider entering agriculture has to explicitly reflect the different aspects of agriculture as an occupation and the implications it has for the family. By focusing on the succession process, this research aims to capture both the changes facing farmers and their families as well as the future challenges they face.