Rainshadow is more than a farm.
It’s agricultural alchemy
Every soil-stacking, pantry-packing, power food we produce is courageously cultivated to create an intricate, organic ecosystem in the heart of the high desert.
Rainshadow is more than a farm.
It’s agricultural alchemy
Every soil-stacking, pantry-packing, power food we produce is courageously cultivated to create an intricate, organic ecosystem in the heart of the high desert.
Our Approach to Agriculture
At the core of Rainshadow is the understanding that the health and integrity of land and soil are the key ingredients that enable us to produce nutrient-dense foods to nourish our bodies and community. Our agricultural practice is rooted in a regenerative model that enriches the soil for the growth of heirloom vegetables and heritage breeds that are adapted to our harsh high desert climate. We are certified organic and use only sustainable practices, with no chemical pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides.
Our Approach to Agriculture
At the core of Rainshadow is the understanding that the health and integrity of land and soil are the key ingredients that enable us to produce nutrient-dense foods to nourish our bodies and community. Our agricultural practice is rooted in a regenerative model that enriches the soil for the growth of heirloom vegetables and heritage breeds that are adapted to our harsh high desert climate. We are certified organic and use only sustainable practices, with no chemical pesticides, fertilizers, or herbicides.
Why Choose Rainshadow
The importance of locally grown farm-fresh foods is paramount to solving the problems currently facing human health, regional food security, local economics, and the environmental conservation of a shifting global climate.
By making the decision to have a more intimate relationship with the source of your food, you immediately make an impact on the health of your body through a more nutrient-rich diet. Locally sourced foods also contribute to the underlying health of your community by supporting small farms that play a large role in carbon sequestration, securing generational food production, and strengthening local economies. In short, because we give a damn.
Why Choose Rainshadow
The importance of locally grown farm-fresh foods is paramount to solving the problems currently facing human health, regional food security, local economics, and the environmental conservation of a shifting global climate.
By making the decision to have a more intimate relationship with the source of your food, you immediately make an impact on the health of your body through a more nutrient-rich diet. Locally sourced foods also contribute to the underlying health of your community by supporting small farms that play a large role in carbon sequestration, securing generational food production, and strengthening local economies. In short, because we give a damn.
Meet The Team
Sarahlee Lawrence
Sarahlee grew up on this land and has been in love with it forever. She farms so that she can be as intimate as possible with this land and the food it produces. She farms because she loves to work with her family and friends. She farms to do a little part in caring for the planet, because she believes that the food we eat is our greatest impact. If you want to talk to her, you can weed alongside her any ol time.
Chris & David Lawrence
Chris Lawrence (aka Momo) and David Lawrence (aka Popo) have been on the farm for 40 years. They raised their daughter Sarahlee on the farm. For many years the farm was all about hay and horses. Now they are proud to say that they both work for Sarah.
Meet The Team
Sarahlee Lawrence
Sarahlee grew up on this land and has been in love with it forever. She farms so that she can be as intimate as possible with this land and the food it produces. She farms because she loves to work with her family and friends. She farms to do a little part in caring for the planet, because she believes that the food we eat is our greatest impact. If you want to talk to her, you can weed alongside her any ol time.
Chris & David Lawrence
Chris Lawrence (aka Momo) and David Lawrence (aka Popo) have been on the farm for 40 years. They raised their daughter Sarahlee on the farm. For many years the farm was all about hay and horses. Now they are proud to say that they both work for Sarah.
Mel
Mel is from the Central Coast in California, and moved to Rainshadow Organics in 2015 to learn organic agriculture practices and to better understand localized food systems. She fell in love with the land, the ethos and the community and made Sisters her home. At Rainshadow Mel creates space to hold gatherings centered around culinary creativity. She specializes in telling the story of Rainshadow and in bridging the gap between consumers and farmers. On this farm, Mel finds passion in elevating the undervalued (think chicken feet, sunburned vegetables, and other funky foods and byproducts), crafting tasting morsels, and inducting people into the Farmily. Off the farm you can find Mel by the season climbing, skiing, rafting, running, or reading.
Natalie
Tristan
Tristan moved to Rainshadow Organics in 2022 and decided to stay long term because he fell in love with the people and the practice of 100% living off the Rainshadow Farm! He loves that everything he consumes is cultivated and harvested right outside his front door. Tristan’s roles on the farm include resident funny guy, preservationist, cook, and flour miller. When you find yourself in the Farm Store and purchase something with a Rainshadow logo, you can know that Tristan processed it! Tristan is most passionate about the connection between culinary practices and farming, and enjoys how the deep connections that the kitchen team and farmers maintain help to create beautiful farm-to-table events. He uses the term “farmily” to describe the connections between team members because whether it’s floating down the river or just having evening supper together, they are always eating well and enjoying great company.
