Food & Farm Business Resource Programs
AIM’s Food & Farm Business Resource Programs are a series of programs creating new agricultural career opportunities to strengthen California's regional food system.
AIM’s strategy includes financial investment, technical and business training, mentorship and peer network creation, and sales channel optimization for small to midsize farmers and food producers. The three programs are geared toward producers in their first 5 years of operation.
Our Programs
Market Access Fund
The Market Access Fund (MAF) supports Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) farmers, food producers, and artisan entrepreneurs in building sustainable businesses, expanding market opportunities, and strengthening local food systems.
Application for 2026 cohort now open.
Incubator Booth
The Farmers Market Incubator Booth is a program that provides free booth space at the Clement St., Hayward, and Grand Lake Farmers Markets to support new farmers launching their businesses.
The Food Maker Incubator Booth is designed to support Marin's emerging food-based entrepreneurs, reducing key barriers to entry into AIM's certified farmers markets.
Technical Assistance and Education
The Technical Assistance and Education Program supports the success of our farmers market participants through mentorship, peer learning, and access to expert resources