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880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities

880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities

Posted on May 4, 2025 By rehan.rafique No Comments on 880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities

880: Rachel Opio on Farming, Healing Soil and Growing Communities.

Little Lighthouse Farm’s Big Impact.


In This Podcast:

In this heartfelt interview, Rachel Opio shares her journey from a career in HR tech to becoming the founder of Little Lighthouse Farm, an urban farm in Phoenix. She discusses her background in data analytics, her mother’s inspiring legacy as an educator and gardener, and how her mother’s battle with cancer spurred her shift to farming. Rachel details the challenges of urban farming, the benefits of regenerative agriculture, and her commitment to providing nutrient-dense food to her community. She talks about the importance of accessibility, community engagement, and her future plans for expanding her farming efforts across Phoenix. Rachel also opens up about her recent struggles and successes with beekeeping and shares her love for educating children about gardening. Her story highlights the transformative power of connecting with the land and nurturing a sense of community.



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Our Guest:

Rachel Opio is a regenerative urban farmer, educator, and advocate based in Phoenix, Arizona. As the founder of Little Lighthouse Farm, she grows nutrient-dense, accessible food for her community, including pasture-raised eggs, produce, and specialty goods like tea blends and cookies. Born and raised in Phoenix, she lives and farms on the same property where she grew up. She is a Master Gardener, Master Beekeeper, and passionate community teacher, helping others connect with the land through sustainable practices. Her work is rooted in food equity, soil health, and empowering others to grow real food in urban spaces.

Listen in….

How to reach Rachel:

LittleLighthouseFarm.com

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