We require our chefs to purchase at least 20 percent of their ingredients from small farms and ranches located within 150 miles of their kitchens. Time only, competitive grant that funded programs and projects that enhance the viability of urban agriculture in urban areas across the state of CA.This is a framework for how I would approach starting any business in any field. The goal is to demystify the process of starting a business. A LLC is a must to protect your personal assets if your business gets sued. Also easier for tax purposes. The program provides monetary incentives for the purchase of California grown fruits and vegetables at Certified Farmers Markets and small businesses. 953 E. Oakland Park Blvd. Oakland Park, FL 33334. A memoir of creating a farm with fruit, vegetables, livestock and bees on an abandoned lot in Oakland, Calif.