Staying True to Our Roots

In 1980, two visionary women, Ellen Straus and Phyllis Faber—a rancher and a botanist—brought together local ranchers and conservationists to protect family farms from mounting development pressure. As a result, the Marin Agricultural Land Trust (MALT) was born—the first land trust in the nation focused on protecting farmland.

Today, we have safeguarded more than 55,000 acres in Marin County and invested more than $1.8 million in projects that improve soil health, protect water quality, and increase grassland vigor. This protected land forms a cornerstone in our regional resilience.

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Upcoming Event

March 26, 2023

Spring Cocktail Celebration

Join this members-only Spring Cocktail to celebrate our shared accomplishments protecting Marin’s farms and ranches, and to participate in a special tribute to the life and legacy of Phyllis Faber, MALT’s cherished co-founder.

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