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By Lisa Bush, Agricultural Ombudsman Sixth generation Tomales rancher Marissa Thornton speaks about paying homage to her ancestors when asked why she decided to revive the family dairy that closed in 2001.

By Julia Van Soelen Kim, North Bay Food Systems Advisor Locally grown produce displayed at Cooper's Public Market Cooper's Public Market, owned and operated by Marin County native, Dennis Cooper, is a small family owned market on Grant Street in downtown Novato.

By Paulette Swallow, Sustainable Ag Coordinator Any rancher will tell you, day-to-day operations on the ranch include countless duties that must be completed, and many of these crucial tasks are done by a herd manager, who might also be the owner of the ranch, a family member, or a specially trained...

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Each year, spring brings a blanket of green over Marin County, and livestock can be seen enjoying the lush grass.

Paulette at the Dolcini Ranch Paulette Swallow joined the UC Cooperative Extension team in January. As Sustainable Agriculture Coordinator, she brings a wealth of local knowledge and passion for North Bay farms and ranches to the position.

Marissa Thornton Kickstarts New Enterprise on the Family Farm Herd Managers: the Hands Behind the Operation A Showcase for Local Products: Cooper's Public Market Meet our new Sustainable Agriculture Coordinator Notes from the Editor Around Marin County Partners Forum...

Planning your summer garden? Stop by Indian Valley Organic Farm & Garden's Annual Spring Plant Sale on April 12 & 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

On December 13, 2018 we conducted a webinar titled Options for Pesticide Use in Organic Systems" devoted to chemical methods of weed control on certified organic operations.

On October 31st, 2018, 20 ranchers and representatives from ag-related organizations gathered to learn about recent state rules affecting water right-holders across the state.