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"A nonprofit market operator that positions itself explicitly as a food-focused incubator: its stated mission is to secure the future of food by deepening support for sustainable farmers, educating the community, and expanding access to locally grown food. Founded in part by chef Sarah Stegner and praised by food figures such as Alice Waters, the organization runs markets in neighborhoods like Lincoln Park and West Loop and is cited as an example of how a farmers market can help launch producers—one noted success being Judy Schad of Capriole goat cheese, who used the market as an early retail channel before expanding to other outlets." - Ashok Selvam