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Winter produce on display at the Little Wing Farm Stand - MALT

Women-Owned Farm Stands in Marin County

March 20, 2023

This Women’s History Month, we want to recognize the incredible contributions of women farmers in our community.

March Events in (and Near) Marin

February 28, 2023

March in Marin is the perfect time to venture out for a hike, swing by a farmers market, join a trail restoration at a favorite park, visit a local farm, or watch an online nature talk. We’re serving up a healthy platter of March events in Marin, just for you.

February Fun: Events in Marin

January 30, 2023

Marin’s grasses are greener in February, and it’s a perfect time to venture out for an event — hike, pick up fresh local food at a farmers market, help clean up a favorite park, visit a local dairy, or join an online nature talk.

Man atop a green hill, looking out at more rolling hills, sunshine, and blue skies. Photo by Paige Green.

Events in Marin: January 2023

December 20, 2022

With the new year upon us, here are a variety of events and activities in Marin in January where you can get outside and enjoy a fresh start to a bright 2023!

A long dining table full of people sharing food together sits outside in a field in the evening, with a barn and string lights in the background at a field-to-fork event on the land.

Events in Marin: December 2022

November 21, 2022

To enjoy these final weeks of 2022, we’ve highlighted events and activities that give back to and connect us with the natural and working lands of Marin, as well as the entrepreneurial “maker” communities that provide us with food, fiber, and crafts.

Holiday offerings spread, from MALT-protected farms and ranches - MALT

Special Holiday Offerings from Marin County Farms and Ranches

November 18, 2022

There’s no better way to celebrate the holiday season than with food and fiber from right here in Marin County.

Where to Find Local Ice Cream in Marin County

July 25, 2022

Find the best local ice cream, made from locally-source Marin County milk.

Trailing After Cheese in Marin

February 15, 2022

Love Marin-made cheese? Then you’ll want the California Cheese Trail guide which showcases some of the best cheesemakers in the county.

Marin County Cheese Makers Recognized by Food and Wine Magazine and Good Food Awards

January 28, 2022

Cheese makers from two Marin County properties with MALT agricultural conservation easements will be in San Francisco March 4 to accept coveted Good Food Award medals for their delectable entries in the Good Food Foundation’s 12th annual competition. The awards recognize “the contributions of American craft food producers in creating a tasty, authentic and responsible…

What to Know About MALT and Marin’s Measure A

November 29, 2021

Measure A, which levies a quarter-cent sales tax to support parks, open space, and agricultural lands across Marin County, was passed in 2012 with 74% support of county residents.

The vote to renew Measure A doesn’t happen until June 2022, but already there’s plenty of conversation—and, unfortunately, some misconceptions—about the measure, especially as it relates to the portion of the law that goes toward agricultural protection.

Here are some common questions and concerns we hear about Measure A and MALT.