Marin County Ag Report Down 9-Percent in 2023

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Marin County’s agricultural industry faced a tough year in 2023. On Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors were presented with the 2023 Marin County Crop & Livestock Report. The total value of agricultural production dropped 9-percent in 2023.

Solectrac Evicted From Both Locations in Sonoma County

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A tractor company based in Sonoma County appears to be no more. The North Bay Business Journal reports that Solectrac was evicted from their 2nd Sonoma County location on the 5600 Earhart Court in Windsor months ago,

Down 9%, Marin ag production drops like an egg

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Marin County’s agricultural industry struggled to reap rewards in 2023, as the total gross value of all agricultural production dipped 9% to $85.3 million—a decline which reflects ongoing impacts of climate variability and market fluctuations, according to

Governor Newsom Opposes Proposed Casino Near Windsor

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The Koi Nation’s proposed casino outside of Windsor is now being opposed by Governor Newsom’s office. Matthew Lee, the state’s senior adviser for tribal negotiations, issued a letter urging the US Department of the Interior to reject

Over $4-Million Going to North Bay Fire Safety Projects

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The North Bay has been awarded more than $4-million for fire-safety projects. The money is coming from Cal Fire’s Wildfire Prevention Grants Program. It includes nearly $2-million for the Sonoma County Agricultural and Open Space District’s Northside