The quality of extension programs depends on a comprehensive determination of what the needs are for the target audience. This survey was designed to capture current needs of small farmers in Lincoln County in Western Oregon. Small farms in this area range from 1 acre to over 200 acres. The economy of Lincoln County has changed from a forest and fisheries based economy to a tourist and service based economy. Extension programs have to change to deliver appropriate technologies and solutions to emerging clientele. This survey asked farmers what kind of farming enterprises they had, what areas they would like help in, use of alternative crops, use of computers and internet access, type of soils, weeds, pests, diseases, trees, forages, use of IPM, willingness to travel for training, and mode of preferred communications. Results indicated the following: beef, forestry, and home gardens are major enterprises; farmers needed help in pasture, hay and marketing; 55% grow alternative crops; 57% have computers and use them for email and for farm information; soils are loamy and 80% test their soils; Himalayan blackberries worst weed problem; forests dominated by Douglas fir trees followed by red alder; dominant forage - perennial rye grass; wildlife accounts for over 70% of pest problems; 73% do not use IPM practices but those using IPM have used it between 1-20 years; 68% would travel for extension programs; Extension ranked second to newsletters in information dissemination; 53% prefer newsletter for mode of communication compared to 19% for email. This survey is especially useful for new extension agents who get assigned duties in other counties or if starting a new job in a new location. The assessment will help one design appropriate programs that fit the needs and preferences of the local residents.