The Feed

Stay connected with The Feed—your go-to source for the latest news, updates, and insights. From farm stories and seasonal recipes to in-depth features on our partners and upcoming events, we keep you informed and inspired. The Feed also highlights AIM’s policy work, advocacy efforts, and initiatives to support a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient local food system.

Shayla Sosa 2/6/25 Shayla Sosa 2/6/25

Federal Funding Uncertainty & the Future of Local Food

Last week's potential spending pause on federal loans and grants caused shock waves and uncertainty across the country, including around some of our work here tied to AIM’s farmers markets.

Shayla Sosa 8/7/24 Shayla Sosa 8/7/24

Marin Voice: Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

As Farm Manager for Star Route Farms—the oldest continuously certified organic farm in California—Annabelle rubs the sleep from her eyes, takes her first sip of coffee, and gets ready to head to the farmers market.

Shayla Sosa 7/3/24 Shayla Sosa 7/3/24

Victory for Market Match: Securing $35 Million in State Budget

Amidst a state budget deficit, together we saved the Market Match program!

Shayla Sosa 5/21/24 Shayla Sosa 5/21/24

Save Market Match: Act Now

The #SaveMarketMatch coalition, including hundreds of organizations, farmers, and thousands of beneficiaries, continue to call on the budget leaders to prioritize funding for this vital safety-net program.

Shayla Sosa 3/4/24 Shayla Sosa 3/4/24

Bill: Defining Mobile Farmers Markets & Welcoming WIC

The Agricultural Institute of Marin and Fresh Approach are co-sponsoring a state bill (AB 2786), which would amend the California Retail Food Code to include a new definition for mobile farmers’ market and direct the CA Dept of Public Health to establish criteria for the authorization of mobile farmers’ markets.

Shayla Sosa 5/20/22 Shayla Sosa 5/20/22

CEO Corner: CalFresh Awareness Month

The month of May marks CalFresh Awareness Month, the official month dedicated to increasing public awareness of CalFresh. CalFresh helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing improved access to healthy and nutritious foods. Last year, we distributed over $960,000 in benefits to increase equity at our markets!

Our Recipes: Cooking with the Seasons

Using fresh ingredients sourced directly from AIM farmers markets, we’ve developed seasonal recipes that you can make in the comfort of your home—all for under $30.

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