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Stewardship
MALT Announces a Leadership Transition
December 30, 2021
December traditionally marks a time of transition. As we pass the Winter Solstice, and as 2021 gives way to a new year, MALT announces our own transition in leadership. Jennifer Carlin, who many of you already know as MALT’s director of advancement, has been promoted to acting CEO following the resignation of CEO Thane Kreiner,…
Together, We Turned 2021 Into a Successful Year for MALT
December 22, 2021
As 2021 comes to a close, we’d like to pause and celebrate all that we were able to accomplish together during this tumultuous year. More than ever, we’re laser focused on MALT’s mission, now in its fifth decade: protecting Marin’s agricultural land for agricultural use, forever.
Gallagher North Bend Ranch Great Water Giveaway
December 13, 2021
What do you do with an extra 2.2 million gallons of fresh water? Find the story from this MALT-protected ranch here.
What to Know About MALT and Marin’s Measure A
November 29, 2021
On June 7, 2022, Marin County voters approved the renewal of a one-quarter of one-percent sales tax that funds the protection, expansion, and preservation of open space, parks, and agricultural land — a continuing investment in a healthy Marin County for everyone.
Ethnobotany—The Intersection of Plants, People, and Culture: ‘Our Common Ground’ Conversation Recap
November 10, 2021
What can modern farmers, ranchers, and the rest of us learn from indigenous wisdom about plants? How can we access the diversity of knowledge about the plant world to broaden our view of land stewardship as we navigate toward a more just and sustainable world?
Making a Real Difference in Water Resilience, Now
September 13, 2021
As ranchers and farmers work to build more resilient and sustainable water infrastructure, MALT’s drought initiative sets a longer-term path to the future as it delivers emergency relief. Learn about two crucial projects happening right now!
MALT’s New Head of Science & Regenerative Agriculture is Ready to Hit the Ground Running
August 17, 2021
Join us in welcoming Ladi Asgill, MALT’s new director of science and regenerative agriculture. Ladi is an agronomist and environmental scientist as well as a lifelong farmer.
Profiles on Building Drought Resilience
August 13, 2021
As Marin farmers and ranchers implement a broad range of DRAWS projects to help build drought resilience, I want to share two projects that demonstrate how crucial this work is to our local community.
Millerton Creek Ranch’s Dedication to Stewarding the Land
May 13, 2021
The owners of the Millerton Creek Ranch have been busy helping combat climate change, species extinctions and more. Get the latest here.
Stewardship Spotlight: Creek Fencing at Brazil Ranch
April 1, 2021
Over the past decade, the Brazil family has completed numerous land and water stewardship projects in partnership with MALT and local agencies. Learn about the latest project!