Cultivating Growth for Franklin County’s Small Farms

Franklin County is planting the seeds for agricultural success—and we need your help to make it grow.

The Frontier Harvest Fund is a proposed grant program designed to support small farms, value-added producers, and agritourism businesses across Franklin County. Developed by the Franklin County Economic Development Corporation (FCEDC) in partnership with Franklin County, this fund would offer $5,000–$35,000 in grant funding to eligible businesses—if we can demonstrate community demand.

We’re seeking funding from the New York State CDBG Microenterprise Program, and your expression of interest is the key to unlocking it.

Help Us Bring This Funding to Franklin County

To apply for this funding, Franklin County must first demonstrate interest from local small farms and agri-businesses. If you’re interested, we ask that you complete a short interest form to help us show that there is real demand for this program.

Deadline to Submit the Interest Form: May 16, 2025

Submit Your Interest Form

You can also pick up and return paper forms at:

• FCEDC Office: 360 W Main Street, Malone, NY

• Franklin County Soil & Water: 174 Finney Blvd., Malone, NY

• Your local Town or Village Clerk’s Office

Why This Matters

Franklin County is home to over 650 farms, producing some of New York’s finest dairy, potatoes, and maple syrup. These businesses are the heart of our economy—and the Frontier Harvest Fund is a tool to help them expand, innovate, and thrive.

By showing your interest now, you’re helping Franklin County secure $300,000 in potential funding to strengthen our local agriculture sector, support entrepreneurship, and grow our rural economy.