What really goes into running a successful farmers market?In this episode of BioClean Unfiltered, hosts Rhea Toles and Dawn Smith sit down with Sarah Dylan Jensen, the powerhouse behind the Snohomish Farmers Market, to pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to build, manage, and protect a thriving community space.From vendor vetting and ethics, to parking complaints, weather disasters, safety planning, and even navigating today’s economic and social challenges, Sarah shares the unseen labor and emotional weight behind an event most people take for granted. This is an honest, sometimes funny, sometimes heavy conversation about leadership, boundaries, kindness, and why community-focused work matters now more than ever.Whether you’re a small business owner, aspiring market vendor, community organizer, or just someone who loves supporting local—this episode will give you a whole new appreciation for the people behind the scenes.In this episode, we discuss:What defines a true farmers market (and what doesn’t)How vendors are selected and why integrity mattersThe reality of managing 250+ vendors and thousands of attendeesDealing with public complaints, safety concerns, and weather chaosSupporting small businesses, farmers, and local economiesWhy kindness and community are non-negotiable values🎧 Subscribe for more real conversations about community, resilience, mental health, and the work people don’t usually talk about.