Vision
We envision a responsible food and farming system that is environmentally beneficial, economically viable, and socially just.
Mission
AIM’s mission is to educate, inspire, and connect communities, responsible farmers, and producers as part of a healthy, Earth-friendly, equitable local and regional food system.
Strategic Plan Guiding Principles
Strengthen local and regional food systems.
Enhance opportunities for small to mid-size producers.
Promote short supply chains: from the producer to shopper.
Encourage responsible production of agriculture, food, and artisan products with an emphasis on organic and regenerative practices.
Promote integrity and transparency in our markets.
Provide education on the farm, in the classroom, at the market, and online.
Support and influence policy by advocating for a healthier, equitable food system.
Address food-related racial and economic inequalities among producers, shoppers, and communities.
Promote access to healthy, nutrient-dense foods among all people.
Commit to climate action.
Our Partners
History
From its early days in 1983 as one of the Bay Area's preeminent Farmers Markets, the Agricultural Institute of Marin (AIM), a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has evolved into one of California's leading advocates for regenerative and culturally-relevant food systems that provide access to food from the land and sea. Farmers markets connect eaters (and particularly the food-insecure) with local farmers, ranchers, fishers, and food producers. Through constant innovation and a global view of our food systems, AIM is positively impacting the climate crisis and promoting economic opportunity for under-resourced communities. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and connect communities, responsible farmers, and producers as part of a healthy, Earth-friendly, equitable local and regional food system.
Today, we attract more than 400 farmers, ranchers, fishers, and food makers to our nine certified Farmers Markets throughout the Bay Area. We reach over approximately 2 million visitors through farmers markets and programs such as Diggin' Education, Bounty Box, Rollin' Root, USDA Partnership for Climate Smart Commodities, CalFresh & Market Match, training and technical assistance for farmers and small food businesses, racial equity fund, farmers market incubator booth, and policy-advocacy.
Our Community Funders
