Marin County promotes local agriculture with new crop report and outreach brochure

The Marin County government meeting held on July 9, 2025, focused on supporting local agricultural industries and presented findings from an economic report. The meeting began with a presentation by a representative who highlighted the importance of buying directly from local producers, a theme that resonated from previous discussions led by Supervisors Milton Peters and Lucan.

In response to inquiries about supporting agriculture, the team dedicated a special section of the annual crop report to emphasize the significance of local farming. This year’s report featured articles by Vince Trotter, the sustainable agriculture coordinator, and Andy Najjar Rees, CEO of the Agriculture Institute of Marin. Both articles underscored the benefits of farmers markets and direct purchasing from local farms, aiming to strengthen community ties and ensure the sustainability of local agriculture.

To enhance accessibility, a 12-panel fold-out brochure was created, designed to guide residents and visitors on where to find local farm products. This brochure is currently being printed and will be distributed throughout the county, with additional resources available on the county's website.

Following this presentation, the meeting transitioned to an economic report delivered by Dr. Fernando DePaulas and Dr. Jeff Langholz from Agricultural Impact Associates. They provided a summary of key findings from their economic studies, emphasizing the complexities of economic data while aiming to keep the presentation engaging.

The meeting concluded without questions from the audience, and the focus shifted to the next agenda item. Overall, the discussions highlighted Marin County's commitment to supporting local agriculture and enhancing community engagement with local food systems.