Point Reyes Station Farmers Market

We envision a responsible food and farming system that is environmentally beneficial, economically viable, and socially just. We educate, inspire, and connect communities, farmers, and producers in order to create a healthy, Earth-friendly, equitable local and regional food and agricultural system. Our Impact Reports celebrate what we achieve together. In 2023 and 2024, our farmers, makers, and community joined forces to grow local food systems that are resilient, equitable, and regenerative, made possible by your support. Strategic Plan at a Glance Our work in all directions supports a movement for a food and agricultural system that is regenerative, inclusive, and resilient. Together, we plan to expand the regional reach, awareness, integrity, and impact of farmers markets, agricultural education, and community programs to facilitate access to nutritious, local foods produced by local farmers and producers. Stay tuned as we shape the next chapter of AIM! Strategic Plan:Our Guiding Principles Strengthenlocal and regional food systems. Enhanceopportunities for small to mid-size producers. Promoteshort supply chains: from producer to shopper. Encourageproducers to use organic, regenerative, and climate-smart practices that promote environmental health, ensure safe and equitable working conditions, provide humane care for animals, mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, and adapt to climate change. Promoteintegrity and transparency in our markets. Provideeducation and career opportunities in food and agriculture. Adoptminimal waste practices that emphasize reusable products, eco-friendly packaging, energy efficiency, and composting food scraps. Supportand influencepolicy by advocating for a healthier, equitable food system. Addressfood-related racial and economic inequalities among producers, shoppers, and communities. Createaccessto healthy, nutrient-dense foods among all people. Act nowto address the causes and impacts of climate change. We’re building a Center for Food and Agriculture Growing a new permanent home for the Marin Farmers Market — and a Food Innovation Hub for the future. In a historic step toward securing the future of local agriculture and the regional foodshed, the Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM) and the County of Marin finalized a 40-year lease agreement on September 16 to establish theCenter for Food and Agriculture (CFA). The CFA will consist of two cornerstone projects: a permanent outdoor home for the Marin Farmers Market (to be completed by mid-2027) and an expansive Food Innovation Hub (to be completed by 2028). Together, they will create a vibrant public space that celebrates food, farming, and community. The CFA will be a national model for climate-smart agriculture, food systems collaboration, and food education. Located at the Marin Civic Center in San Rafael, construction of the enhanced Farmers Market will begin first, with the Food Innovation Hub to follow. From its early days in 1983 as one of the Bay Area's preeminent Farm