Meet our Team

  • Ashby Parsons - Shepherd and Creative Director

    After Covid, I left my career as an advertising creative director in NYC and started Exile Farm in 2022.

  • Marcus

    Marcus takes his job very seriously. As our livestock guardian donkey, he keeps predators away from the sheep and lamb.

  • The Flock

    White Dorper and Katahdin sheep are know as "hair sheep" and were chosen for their delicious mild tasting meat, naturally fast growing lambs and their ability to thrive in harsh environments.

Naturally Raised New York Lamb

I believe in farming that respects both the land and the animals. My goal is that my sheep grow in the most natural environment possible.

That's why Exile Farms' lambs are raised on grass, water, air, and light—nothing more.

No hormones, vaccines, or antibiotics.

And unlike most of the lamb found in grocery stores, which is imported from Australia or New Zealand, Exile Farms' lamb is raised in the Catskill Mountains of New York.

Grassfed and Grass-Finished

Our lambs are raised on certified organic pasture and eat certified organic hay in the winter.

They roam on lush, open pastures, enjoying a diet rich in grasses, herbs, and wildflowers.

This natural foraging results in meat that is not only tender and flavorful but also leaner and healthier.

regenerative farming in the catskills of new york

Regenerative, Sustainable Farming

Exile Farms uses regenerative farming techniques such as rotational grazing that when properly done is carbon negative for the environment.

By choosing pasture-raised, you support sustainable agriculture practices that enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and reduce environmental impact.

lamb shoulder roast from New York Farm

Unmatched Flavor & Nutrition

Meat from pasture-raised lambs offers higher levels of beneficial nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid), and vitamins A and E, compared to conventionally raised lamb.

The diet of diverse grasses and plants imparts a unique, rich flavor profile that is distinctively superior. Cooking with Exile Farms' lamb brings an exquisite taste that elevates any dish.