Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company in 2011 (Courtesy of Dairymans Feed & Supply Company). Rail freight is up and running after a 10-year dormancy. Starting on July 13, 2011 the Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company, known as NWP Co.
North Bay Business Magazine Northbay Biz 07/2012 The struggle continues for local dairy farmers, but for some, there may be a green light at the end of the tunnel.
Fibershed bringing 'farm-fresh' clothing to the region Home on the range(land): ranches, parks, and biodiversity The new California Homemade Food Act A key cornerstone now in place Around Marin County Notes from the editor Partners Forum Ag Commissioner Agricultural Institute of Marin Farm Bureau MA...
Local agriculture in Marin receives assistance from numerous local agencies and organizations. Working in partnership, these collaborating organizations bring solutions to the obstacles that Marin's farmers and ranchers encounter.
Congratulations to John Wick and Peggy Rathmann, leaders of the Marin Carbon Project, for their recognition by the North Bay Leadership Council as Leaders of the North Bay 2012 in the Environmental Stewardship category.
Marin Independent Journal Editorial Marin IJ 04/2012 They may be cute, fuzzy and just 6 to 8 inches long, but gophers are causing major headaches for Marin County officials.
Marins farmers and ranchers have a long tradition of innovation. In the 1920's, 30's, and 40's, Marins dairy farmers were using innovations for screening disease in herds, increasing livestock nutrition, and improving pasture conditions.
West Marin Compost (WMC) is a community compost project that has been steadily turning out finished compost at the Lafranchi Dairy in Nicasio since February 2012.
The theme for the 2012 Marin County Fair is Always Fresh, Fun & Local. This will be a wonderful celebration of Marin agricultures past, present and future. The Grown In Marin exhibit will combine fascinating historical artifacts with entertaining hands-on projects. You wont want to miss any of it.
