Portfolio: Marin Agricultural Land Trust

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August 16, 2019

Marin Agricultural Land Trust was the first organization in the country to protect farmland from subdivision and development. For over 35 years, MALT has safeguarded the future of Marin’s local family farms, landscapes, healthy environment, and bounty of local food.

Many people from different walks of life care about MALT’s work for different reasons. From multi-generational farmers to urban gourmands, MALT connects with a wide variety of visitors in highly personalized ways.

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