We wanted to move away from the political area . . . and be fair to land owners." Protecting this land ensures our nations food supply ("No farms. no food" is the AFT catchphrase). while preserving our soil. water. wildlife. and rural beauty. Phyllis Faber. who developed the idea for MALT with rancher Ellen Straus. emphasized Ralphs key role in making the concept work. "He was so respected by the ranchers." she says. "By becoming the first Chair. he secured their interest and support. Ralph was the spark." Ralphs grandparents emigrated from Switzerland and began ranching in 1896. His father James. one of eleven children. continued the family tradition. as did many of his siblings. establishing the family ranch in 1917. James and his wife Rose. also from a Swiss family. had four children. who learned the business at a young age.
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