Pastured raised beef and lamb
Marin Coast Ranch is a family owned and operated ranch, home to purebred Angus cattle and a flock of hardy crossbred sheep. Regenerative agriculture practices are at the forefront of management decisions to enrich and enhance soil health, watersheds and ecosystems. You can order their products directly from their website and pick it up at the ranch in Tomales, CA by appointment.
Marin Coast Ranch, Tomales
Oysters
Hog Island Oyster Co., founded by two marine biologists, has always taken a long-term view in its operations. The company invests in sustainable farming and business practices and participates in scientific research in areas such as ocean acidification, restoration of native oyster populations and the effects of climate change on growing shellfish. The healthy cool waters of Tomales Bay give their oysters that unforgettably fresh flavor and you can pick-up a bag at the Hog Island Oyster Farm, one of their Bay Area restaurants or online!
Leali Ranch
MALT protected since 2021
Eggs, beef, pork
Joy Dolcini offers pasture-raised duck and chicken eggs, along with ground beef, pork, bacon and honey from her family’s sixth-generation farm in West Marin County’s Chileno Valley. You can find her products on Saturdays at the San Francisco Ferry Plaza Farmers Market as well as the Marin Country Mart Farmers Market.
Dolcini F Ranch
MALT protected since 1994
HONEY
Sola Bee Farms partners with several MALT ranchers to host its hives. The bees enjoy the lush native grasses and flowers of MALT ranches, while the ranchers enjoy the benefits of these busy little pollinators. Add in the final result to that mix — delicious, raw honey — and you’ve got what we’d describe as a sweet win-win-win.
Marindale Ranch, Nicasio
MALT protected since 1992
Stemple Creek Ranch, Tomales
MALT protected since 2013
Millerton Creek Ranch, Marshall
MALT protected since 2018
Cheese, Butter
The newest creamery to West Marin doesn’t come without experience. Karen Taylor, a sixth-generation dairywoman, and her family are sure to delight the taste buds of both artisan cheese lovers and butter connoisseurs.
Bianchini Ranch, Point Reyes Station
MALT protected since 2018
Milk
The Clover brand sources milk from family farms in Marin and Sonoma counties, many of which are MALT-protected!
Lafranchi Ranch
MALT protected since 1986
Neil McIsaac & Son Dairy
MALT protected since 1991
Moody Family Dairy
MALT protected since 2002
Ielmorini D&C Dairy
MALT protected since 1998
Milk, butter, yogurt
Albert Straus’s mother, Ellen Straus, co-founded MALT. The partnership continues to this day, and two of the dairies they source milk from are MALT-protected.
Moretti Family Dairy
MALT protected since 2012
Silva Family Dairy
MALT protected since 2011
Straus Dairy Farm, Marshall
MALT protected since 1992
Cheese
Whatever cheese you are in the mood for, Nicasio Valley Cheese Co. can deliver. Locarno, San Geronimo and delicate Foggy Morning are a few favorites. The Lafranchis use milk from their dairy to produce their artisanal cheese. Swing by the creamery for a taste.
Lafranchi Ranch, Nicasio
MALT protected since 1986
Cheese
Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co.’s Bay Blue is a real treat, and its Aged Gouda will have you coming back for more. The Giacomini sisters carry on a family heritage, producing a variety of artisan cheese using milk from their farm and energy from their ranch. Tours available!
Giacomini Dairy, Point Reyes Station
MALT protected since 2005
Goat and sheep cheese, milk
Interested in cheese made from the milks of goat, sheep and cow? Then explore Tomales Farmstead Creamery’s choices such as Teleeka, Kenne and Atika. Tours are available of this creamery owned by David Jablons and Tamara Hicks.
Toluma Farms, Tomales
MALT protected since 2010