The California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce the conservation of the Lone Star Ranch in Humboldt County.
The California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce the permanent conservation of the 155-acre Obardee Ranch, located in the Sierra Nevada Foothills on the urban edge of North Auburn in Placer County.
On Thursday, April 3, 2025, a luncheon was held in celebration of the successful conservation of the nearly 500-acre working cattle ranch in Tuolumne County. With more than 50 guests in attendance, the event was hosted by the California Rangeland Trust and the Bloom family at the Bloom Ranch in Copperopolis, California.
The California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the conservation of the Rana Ranch in Calaveras County, Calif. The project was completed by the Rangeland Trust with funding from the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s (NRCS) Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) as well as the California Strategic Growth Council’s Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation (SALC) Program in collaboration with the California Department of Conservation.
The California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce a landmark achievement in its mission to safeguard the state’s natural resources and working landscapes—the permanent conservation of over 400,000 acres of rangeland made possible by partnerships with 95 different ranching families across the Golden State. Helping the Rangeland Trust reach this significant milestone was the recent conservation of more than 1,500 acres of working rangeland on the Willow Creek Ranch in Lassen County, Calif.
The California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce the permanent conservation of the Rosasco Ranch in Madera County, Calif. Through a dedicated partnership with the owner and manager of the ranch, Allan Rosasco, the 1,700-acre property was placed under a conservation easement to ensure that the land will remain a working cattle ranch forever.
On Friday, April 19, 2024, a luncheon was held in celebration of the successful conservation of a 500-acre working cattle ranch in Calaveras County. With more than 60 guests in attendance, the event was hosted by the California Rangeland Trust and the Yates family at the Yates Ranch in Wallace, California.
The California Rangeland Trust today announced that Carolyn Carey has been elected to chair of the Board of Directors. Carey will work closely with the Rangeland Trust board and staff to protect the state’s working landscapes and a way of life for California ranchers.
The California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the conservation of the 9,400-acre Silacci Ranch in San Benito and Monterey Counties, Calif. Five generations of the Silacci family have been raised on the land, and just like other ranchers, they have faced many challenges that have made it increasingly difficult to continue ranching. With struggles like squeezed profit margins, increased fuel and labor costs, drought and water restrictions, stringent policies, and more, ranchers are often pressured to find alternative forms of income to supplement their business operations. By partnering with the Rangeland Trust to conserve the property, the family is safeguarding their ranch from future uncertainties and ensuring that their land and operations will remain viable for generations to come.
The California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce the conservation of the Nakagawa Ranch in Valley Springs, Calif. The United States is losing farm and ranch land at an alarming rate—2,000 acres a day are lost to development and conversion, according to a recent study by the American Farmland Trust. These losses threaten our nation’s food security and natural resources. Seeing development encroach firsthand led to the Nakagawas decision to conserve.
A magical piece of Arroyo Grande history has a new owner! Longtime home of the late legendary horsewoman, Sheila Varian, the 150-acre Varian Arabians Ranch, which is nestled amongst the rolling hills off Corbett Canyon Road, was the birthplace of some of the best Arabian horses in the world. Now, the torch has been passed to two-time Olympic athlete, Simon Arkell, who is rising up to take on the new challenge as ranch owner. The Olympic pole vaulter and his wife, Caprice, have high hopes to continue the amazing ranch legacy.
The California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the conservation of the Sans Topo Ranch in San Benito County, Calif. The 4,500-acre conservation easement was completed with funding from the Wildlife Conservation Board and United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), with support from USFWS Ventura Fish & Wildlife Office (VFWO), California Department of Fish & Wildlife (CDFW), and San Benito Working Landscapes Group.
California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the conservation of just over 42 acres of rangeland on the Rana Ranch in Calaveras County. These conservation efforts were funded by the County of Calaveras and CalTrans to mitigate for potential habitat disturbances resulting from efforts to realign California State Route 4 (SR-4). In addition to ensuring the land will remain undeveloped, the agreement will also create and restore critical riparian habitat for wildlife.
Can well-stewarded rangelands restore the earth? From the Ground Up: Healing our Planet, Healing Ourselves, a new short film produced by California Rangeland Trust, explores this theme, as well as the environmental, economic and social benefits of conserved rangeland.
California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce its partnership with Raley’s to produce and share virtual tours of three featured ranches and a Raley’s O-N-E Market to offer a big picture approach to food production and nutrition education.
The California Rangeland Trust is proud to announce a permanent conservation agreement of 14,631 acres on the 93,000-acre Wind Wolves Preserve in Kern County. Completed in conjunction with The Wildlands Conservancy, a California-based nonprofit, which owns and manages the property, and the Trust for Public Lands, this is the first installment in a series of conservation agreements on the Preserve with the Rangeland Trust.
California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the permanent conservation of 419.5 acres in South Sacramento in conjunction with the Van Vleck Family, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and South Sacramento Conservation Agency.
California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the permanent conservation of over 7,000 acres in Fresno and San Benito Counties, known as the Mercey Ranch. Mercey Ranch is owned and operated by local businessman, Chris Mathys.
California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the permanent conservation of 352 acres of the Apple Road Preserve in Sacramento County. This follows a previous conservation agreement established in 2019, which conserved 239 acres of the Preserve, for a total combined conserved area of 591 acres.
(HOLLISTER) – Today, the California Rangeland Trust announced the permanent conservation of the 548-acre Roadrunner Ranch in San Benito County.
When utility companies perform construction projects or maintenance activities, they often need to mitigate for potential disturbances or losses to threatened or endangered species habitat by conserving a similar landscape in the surrounding area. Developed in accordance with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the conservation agreement on the Roadrunner Ranch is designed to help offset potential habitat impacts in 34 Northern California counties as part of Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) Multiple Region Habitat Conservation Plan.
(ROSEVILLE, CA) – Today, the California Rangeland Trust announced the permanent conservation of 87 acres of open space in West Roseville, known as the Creekview Northern Preserve. The Rangeland Trust partnered with the land development and homebuilding company Anthem United who funded the conservation easement on the property to mitigate potential environmental impacts associated with the development of the 500-acre Winding Creek Community, a new residential area being constructed nearby.
Today, the California Rangeland Trust announced the permanent conservation of 117 acres of the Mendenhall Ranch on top of Palomar Mountain in San Diego, County. The conservation agreement, held by the Rangeland Trust, will prevent the sale of smaller parcels from the ranch and protect the grassy mountain meadow valley at the top of the Palomar Mountain.
Working lands conservation by California’s largest land trust annually provides between $900 million to $1.44 billion in environmental benefits — including habitat, carbon sequestration, food and watersheds, according to a new study released today.
(SACRAMENTO) – The California Rangeland Trust announced that Michael Delbar has taken the helm as its new CEO. He replaces former and longtime CEO Nita Vail who stepped down from her role at the end of April after more than 20 years. Having served as the Trust’s chief operating officer for the past 10 years, Delbar is well poised to lead the Rangeland Trust forward.
(SANTA MARIA, CA) – Today, the California Rangeland Trust announced the permanent conservation of the 300-acre Rock Front Ranch near Santa Maria, California. The ranch remains privately-owned, while the terms of the conservation easement ensure the conserved land will be available for grazing livestock and wildlife to continue to thrive in perpetuity. Funding for this project was made possible by contributions from the community.
(SACRAMENTO) – Today, the California Rangeland Trust announced the permanent conservation of the 3,496-acre TS Ranch, owned by Don and Merrie Thompkins, in Yolo County.
(SACRAMENTO) – Today, the California Rangeland Trust announced that current Board of Directors Chair Mark Nelson and Vice Chair Valerie Gordon have been appointed as co-chairs of the board for 2020. Together, Nelson and Gordon will work closely with the California Rangeland Trust Board of Directors and staff to protect the state’s open spaces and a way of life for California ranchers.
(SACRAMENTO) – Today, California Rangeland Trust announced that after twenty years of service CEO Nita Vail will leave her position at the end of April. The Rangeland Trust has tapped Michael Delbar, who currently serves as the chief operating officer, as Vail’s successor. He will assume his new role as CEO in May.
California Rangeland Trust Adds More than 13,000 Acres to its Conservation Portfolio MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – January 8, 2013 – California Rangeland Trust (Rangeland Trust) is pleased to announce the addition of three new conservation easements to its conservation portfolio. The three conserved properties, the Payne
Keegan Ranch Showcases Its Super Bloom During an Exclusive Wildflower Tour at Bear Valley Sacramento, Calif – April 23, 2019 –On Saturday, April 20, over 100 guests stopped to smell the wildflowers during a tour of the Keegan Ranch hosted by California Rangeland Trust and sponsored by Raley’s. Keegan Ranch
A Western Affair 2019: Celebrating Cattle, Corks, and Conservation Sacramento, Calif. – April 4, 2019 –California Rangeland Trust is hosting its annual A Western Affair gala this summer, bringing together urban and rural communities to conserve our state’s precious rangelands and the benefits they provide. In partnership with the Wente
California Rangeland Trust Permanently Conserves 16,160 Acres of SkyRose Ranch MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – January 9, 2019 – SACRAMENTO— California Rangeland Trust announces the permanent protection of an additional 4,987 acres of rangeland on SkyRose Ranch in Monterey County. Ranch owner B. Wayne Hughes, Jr. previously
California Rangeland Trust, Raley’s and AT&T Aspire Teach Agricultural Students About Where Their Food Grows and Grazes MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – October 2, 2018 – Sacramento, CA— Last month, California Rangeland Trust partnered with Raley’s Family of Fine Stores and AT&T Aspire to host an educational
California Rangeland Trust Launches A Common Ground, a Short Film about the Importance of Conserving Rangeland by Renowned Producer, Chris Malloy, in Honor of the Organization’s 20th Anniversary MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – September 4, 2018 – Chris Malloy of Farm League is a California rancher, surfer
California Rangeland Trust Announces 1,900 Acres of Open Rangeland Permanently Conserved in Yolo County, California MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – June 12, 2018 – SACRAMENTO – This month, California Rangeland Trust announced the permanent protection of open rangeland through a 1,909-acre conservation easement on a portion of
Kern County Conservation Easement Amended to Conserve a Total of 844 Acres MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – September 6, 2016 – August 12, 2016 was a great day for the Bufford Ranch as 260 acres of this Kern County cattle ranch was placed under a conservation easement,
Conservation Easements on Keegan Ranch and Epperson Place Ranch Became Reality for Three California Ranching Families MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – August 22, 2016 – On August 5, 2016 a conservation easement on Epperson Place Ranch closed bringing the total conserved acreage in Colusa County’s Bear Valley
California Rangeland Trust Earns National Recognition MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – August 22, 2016 – California Rangeland Trust, a land trust that works to conserve California’s working ranches, announced it has achieved renewed accreditation – a mark of distinction in land conservation. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission
California Rangeland Trust Awards Conservationist of the Year to Jack and Zera Varian of the V6 Ranch MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – June 21, 2016 – On April 30, 2016 at the Wood Ranch in Orland, California, California Rangeland Trust presented the Conservationist of the Year award
California Rangeland Trust Awards 2016 Conservation Impact Award to Dr. Kenneth W. Tate MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – June 6, 2016 – California Rangeland Trust awarded the 2016 Conservation Impact Award to Dr. Kenneth W. Tate at a special farm-to-fork gala, Gather at El Peco Ranch, on
California Rangeland Trust Launches Conservation Campaign to Protect the Varian Arabians Ranch MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif. – November 4, 2015 – Sheila Varian is a legendary horsewoman and an icon in the Arabian horse world. Varian Arabians Ranch is located near Arroyo Grande, California. Sheila has had
California Rangeland Trust closes first conservation agreement of 2015 – the historic Flentge Ranch MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Parkfield, Calif – January 31, 2015 – California Rangeland Trust announces the first conservation agreement completed in 2015 — the protection of historic Flentge Ranch. Located in Parkfield in the Cholame
California Rangeland Trust Commemorates 10 Years of Conservation Protection of Histroic Hearst Ranch MEDIA NOTE: To cover the Nov. 7 event/schedule a Hearst Ranch tour, please contact Cathy Morley Foster at (925) 284-8077 to be added to the credentialed list. No admittance without prior clearance. SAN SIMEON, CA – November
California Rangeland Trust Awards Conservationist of the Year to the Stone Family of Yolo Land and Cattle Company MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – October 20, 2014 – California Rangeland Trust awarded the Stone Family of Yolo County the Conservationist of the Year Award at their yearly fundraiser,
Mitigation Easement Protects Historic Walker Ranch and Endangered Species Habitat MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTRA COSTA COUNTY – January 21, 2014 – An historic 400 acre ranch in Contra Costa County, home to the Walker family, the California tiger salamander, San Joaquin Kit Fox, western burrowing owl and the
California Rangeland Trust Fulfills Dying Wish of Long-Time Rancher to Permanently Protect Her Cherished Property MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CLEMENTS, Calif. – May 20, 2013 – As Barbara Potter faced lung cancer at age 84, she became determined to ensure the ranch she loved and on which she worked
California Rangeland Trust Awarded $164,990 Donation from Whole Foods Market 5% Day MEDIA NOTE: Donation will protect land where food grows and animals graze. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – May 18, 2013 – California’s ranchlands are getting a significant financial boost to their conservation, thanks to a generous donation
California Rangeland Trust Conserves Historic 14,000 Acre Ranch Near Gaviota Coast MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – February 22, 2013 – One of the three largest ranches in the Gaviota Coast planning area will remain in its grand historic condition thanks to the foresight and strong determination of
Stephen Hearst and the Hearst Corporation Receive Conservationist of the Year Award MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – October 5, 2012 – California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce Stephen Hearst and the Hearst Corporation as the winners of the seventh annual Conservationist of the Year Award. True
Land Conservation Veteran Joins California Rangeland Trust MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – August 20, 2011 – California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce Nancy Schaefer as the latest addition to its team as the organization’s Bay Area Program Manager. In this role Schaefer will use her 24
Communication Boots Filled at California Rangeland Trust MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SACRAMENTO, Calif. – August 13, 2012 – California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the addition of Anna-Lisa Giannini to its team as the Communications Associate. In this role Giannini will help facilitate the organization’s communication and outreach
State Funding Protects East Merced County Vernal Pool Grasslands with Critically Threatened Species and Habitat MEDIA NOTE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sacramento, Calif – July 8, 2009 – The California Rangeland Trust is pleased to announce the permanent conservation of the 2,918-acre Ichord Ranch, owned by Paul Ichord, in Merced County.
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