We’re proud to share that Rainshadow Organics’ very own Sarahlee Lawrence was recently featured on a podcast that dives into the complexities and beauty of modern farming. In this inspiring episode, Sarahlee shares her journey of transforming the high desert land she grew up on in Sisters, Oregon into a thriving, full-diet farm and community hub.

Growing up surrounded by livestock and wide-open skies, Sarahlee returned to her family’s land with a vision to grow not just food—but connection. She expanded the farm’s offerings beyond meat to include organic vegetables, grains, dairy, and eggs, creating a truly comprehensive CSA model that feeds families throughout the year. As she explains in the interview, farming in Central Oregon’s unpredictable climate—with little precipitation and frost possible nearly any time of year—is no small feat. And yet, she and the Rainshadow team continue to rise to the challenge with care, resilience, and innovation.

One of the highlights of the episode is Sarahlee’s reflection on the people who make Rainshadow what it is—from apprentices and seasonal workers to the guests who attend the farm’s signature longtable dinners and Sunday brunches. These events are more than meals; they’re opportunities to build community, celebrate the season, and connect people back to the land.

The episode also touches on:

• The realities of farming in smoke-affected regions

• Navigating regulations around meat and dairy

• The unique rhythms of managing both daily production and large events

• Sarahlee’s love for storytelling—and how it led her to write a book

• The evolution of Rainshadow’s full-diet CSA model

• And the deep satisfaction of living and working in rhythm with the land

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the scenes of a diversified, full-diet organic farm—or what it takes to host unforgettable farm-to-table events in a rugged climate—this episode is for you.

Tune in to hear Sarahlee’s story, insights, and heart for the land.