In this first episode of season 4, we’re learning about Lazy R Ranch from fourth generation rancher, Beth Robinette. Lazy R holistically raises grass fed beef and lamb on 80 acres outside of Spokane Washington for sales direct to consumer. Beth is passionate about the sustainability of the pastureland and aims to restore and maintain healthy soil, clean water, and ecological diversity. 

Joining Beth is Sarah Lemon with the WSDA Regional Markets Program and WA Meat Up. Sarah will speak more on the challenges facing meat producers as well as the support available through WSDA and other channels. 

This episode was funded by the USDA National Institute of Agriculture AFRI Grant #2022-68006-37269 Complexity and tradeoffs in animal agriculture sustainability: building awareness and trust between producers and consumers.

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The Farm Walks Podcast is collaboratively organized by Tilth Alliance and WSU Food Systems.