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Marin supervisors back long-term farmers market lease
The agreement allows the Agricultural Institute of Marin to solidify its operations at the Civic Center complex.
Latest In The News
Bay Area Small Farmers Suffer Trickle-Down Impacts Of Federal Shutdown - SF Gate, November 2025
With SNAP stalemate, pantries brace for need - Point Reyes Light, November 2025
'It's on us': Bay Area farmers markets step up to help SNAP recipients get food - ABC7 News, November 2025
Agricultural Institute of Marin’s New Farmers Market - Marin Magazine, October 2025
Editorial: Marin Center farmers market takes big step toward reality - Marin Independent Journal, September 2025
Marin Center farmers market takes leap in growth - Marin Independent Journal, September 2025
North Bay nonprofits awarded economic development grants - The Press Democrat, September 2025
Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM) and Marin County Finalize 40-Year Lease to Establish the Center for Food and Agriculture - Business Wire, September 2025
California's third largest farmers market gains 40-year lease in Marin County - SF Gate, September 2025
Local Food, Big Impact—The Farmers Market Advantage with Andy Naja-Riese and Tanner Keys - Essential Ingredients Podcast, September 2025
Dine out in West Marin for great causes - Marin Independent Journal, September 2025
Wary response in Bay Area after Trump reportedly halts workplace raids at farms, hotels, eateries - San Francisco Chronicle, June 2025
San Rafael kicks off downtown summer farmers market - Marin Independent Journal, June 2025
The Best Farmers Markets in the Bay Area - Merci SF, February 2025
Historic Coexistence of Organic Agriculture and Nature Interrupted by Forced Farm Closures at Point Reyes National Seashore - Beyond Pesticides, February 2025
Marin Voice: Farmers markets nourish communities, strengthen local ties - Marin Independent Journal, August 2024
Marin Voice: Keep ag sustainable by making smart investment in North Bay’s climate future - Marin Independent Journal, October 2024
Oakland voted #1 Best Food City in U.S. by Condé Nast: ‘no wrong neighborhood’ - KRON 4, October 2024
Measure J has Marin farmers on high alert - Point Reyes Light, October 2024
Gather for the Planet interview - KWMR Interview, August 2024
Marin chefs cook for a good cause: Gather for the Planet Fundraiser Event - Marin Independent Journal, August 2024
Marin Voice: Honoring county agriculture during Farmers Market Week - Marin Independent Journal, August 2024
Marin awards $1.6M for food, garden, agriculture projects - Marin Independent Journal, August 2024
Marin County appoints new agricultural commissioner - Marin Independent Journal, July 2024
World farmers unit with Roots of Peace: solutions for cultivating Peace through agriculture - Wine Industry Advisor, July 2024
The Agricultural Institute of Marin invites the public to Gather for the Planet - Edible East Bay, July 2024
Clement Street farmers market emerges as key 2024 campaign stop - SF Gate, April 2024
Amid delay over federal farm bill, North Bay, California agriculture stakeholders air concerns, wish lists - Press Democrat, December 2023
“Farmers markets are not just places to shop — they are cornerstones of community health, economic resilience and climate-smart food systems.”
— Andy Naja-Riese, AIM CEO; Marin Independent Journal
Press Releases
September 17, 2025 - Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM) and Marin County Finalize 40-Year Lease to Establish the Center for Food and Agriculture
May 30, 2025 - San Rafael Summer Market Returns with a Fresh New Vibe on Select Friday Nights
April 29, 2025 - Point Reyes Certified Farmers Market Reopens for 2025 Season
March 18, 2025 - ExtraFood and AIM Expand Access to Fresh, California-Grown Food with CDFA Grant
January 8, 2025 - Taste, Return, Repeat: AIM Launches Reusable Foodware Pilot at Thursday Marin Farmers Market
October 3, 2024 - AIM and Fresh Approach Celebrate the Signing of AB 2786: The First State Law for Certified Mobile Farmers' Markets in the U.S.
(Assembly Member Bonta’s Press Release)
July 30, 2024 - Savor the Flavor: Join the “Gather for the Planet” Fundraiser, Supporting AIM’s Farmers Markets and Community Initiatives
March 22, 2024 - Rally at State Capitol to Defend Vital Food Safety Net Program Draws Crowds and Elected Officials
January 22, 2024 - AIM welcomes Jasson Minadakis as Director of Development.
January 9, 2024 - AIM, ExtraFood, and Ritter Center Awarded State Grants to Advance Fresh Food Accessibility
October 25, 2024 - AIM Named Bank of America’s 2023 Neighborhood Champion; Will Receive a Multi-Year Grant and Leadership Training
