Point Reyes Light
September 14, 2017
Covers an “informational meeting and question-and-answer session with representatives from the University of San Francisco concerning the recent purchase of Star Route Farms.” MALT was mentioned as being in conversations about purchasing a conservation easement on the property.
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LA Times
August 28, 2017
Travel piece mentions “The Tao of the Cow” art exhibit at Toby’s Feed Barn, and mentions Marin County farmland data exhibited on posters inside the exhibit.
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Voice of America News
August 21, 2017
Showcases carbon farming on MALT-protected Stemple Creek Ranch.
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San Francisco Chronicle
August 21, 2017
With a focus on succession planning for the aging pioneers of organic farming, MALT conservation easements are cited as a pathway to succession. “Zoning is temporary,” says Jamison Watts, executive director. “Agricultural conservation easements are permanent.”
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San Francisco Magazine – Modern Luxury
July 28, 2017
Featuring Sue Conley from Cowgirl Creamery, the article mentions MALT as an initial inspiration of hers and includes a poignant dialog between Sue and a customer about MALT’s remarkable mission.
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Marin Independent Journal
July 15, 2017
Highlights Morgan Giammona of Tomales Bay Pastures
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Oregon Tilth blog “In Good Tilth”
July 13, 2017
Albert Straus of Straus Family Dairy is the main feature, highlighting economic sustainability, the true cost of food, ecosystem services, organic certification, their methane digester, the Marin Carbon Project and the Carbon Cycle Institute.
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The Point Reyes Light
June 29, 2017
This article was corrected. It originally stated that the County budget allocates $2.7 million to Marin Agricultural Land Trust for “new acquisitions.” The correction states: “… provides grants to organizations such as the Marin Agriculture Land Trust to assist in the acquisition of conservation easements.”
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KQED Food: Bay Area Bites
June 26, 2017
A guide to Bay Area food justice organizations, highlighting MALT’s role in food security.
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KSVY 91.3 FM Valley of the Moon, Sonoma County
April 14, 2017
A radio interview with Jamison covering a range of MALT talking points and explanations of how MALT works. Duration: one hour.
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