FC Development Corp. and The Farmer’s Cow® Partner with Sardilli Produce & Dairy to Strengthen Local Supply Chain

Norwich, CT – April 24, 2026 – FC Development Corp. (FCDC), the brand management and expansion partner for The Farmer’s Cow®, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Sardilli Produce & Dairy, a third-generation, family-owned distributor based in Hartford, Connecticut. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in deepening The Farmer’s Cow® Calfé’s commitment to local sourcing while expanding access to high-quality, Connecticut-grown produce and dairy products.

Since 1976, Sardilli Produce & Dairy has built a reputation for delivering the freshest farm-direct ingredients to restaurants, schools, country clubs, and institutions across Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Westchester County, New York. As a mission-aligned partner that prioritizes supporting local farms and exceptional quality, Sardilli perfectly complements The Farmer’s Cow®’s farmer-first philosophy.

Devin Sardilli, Owner of Sardilli Produce & Dairy said, “We are thrilled to partner with FC Development Corp. and The Farmer’s Cow®. As a family-owned business that has spent nearly 50 years building relationships with the best local farms in Connecticut, we immediately recognized a shared commitment to quality, authenticity, and supporting family agriculture.”

This partnership immediately strengthens The Farmer’s Cow® Calfé’s supply chain with reliable access to a wide range of fresh, seasonal produce and specialty items. More importantly, it opens doors to dozens of additional Connecticut farms and artisan producers, further enhancing the authenticity and seasonality of the Calfé menu while supporting even more local agricultural businesses.

“Our partnership with Sardilli Produce & Dairy is about more than ingredients — it’s about aligning with people who share our deep respect for family farms and the communities they feed,” said Steve Lane, President of FC Development Corp. “Sardilli’s longstanding dedication to quality and local sourcing makes them an ideal partner as we continue to scale The Farmer’s Cow® Calfé and bring more people closer to the source of their food.”

Joseph Fazzino, Executive Director of Restaurant Operations, added: “This collaboration reinforces our core mission and accelerates our ability to deliver exceptional farm-to-table experiences. By working with Sardilli, we are not only elevating our restaurants but also creating new opportunities for Connecticut farmers and artisans to thrive. Our team has worked incredibly hard to develop an amazing menu and guest experience, and this partnership enhances our mission dramatically.”

The timing of this partnership is especially meaningful as the company continues its active StartEngine campaign and prepares for the next phase of growth. It demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to building a resilient, circular ecosystem that supports family farms while meeting rising consumer demand for authentic, locally sourced dining.

About Sardilli Produce & Dairy

Founded in 1976 by Don Sardilli and now in its third generation under brothers Devin and Jason Sardilli, Sardilli Produce & Dairy is a family-owned distributor committed to delivering the highest quality fresh produce, dairy, and specialty items from local farms to culinary professionals across New England. For more information, visit sardilliproduce.com.

About FC Development Corp.

FC Development Corp. (FCDC) serves as the premier management and development entity for the esteemed Farmer’s Cow brand of Connecticut. With deep expertise in managing family farm brands, FCDC is committed to growing and managing the cooperative’s brand. With a strong background in handling large agribusinesses, environmental regulation challenges, and financial opportunities, FCDC excels at identifying, and safeguarding the future of small family farming operations nationwide. With expertise across finance, technology, operations, and energy, FCDC is especially responsible for founding multi-million-dollar companies and raising millions in capital.

About The Farmer’s Cow

The Farmer’s Cow® is a cooperative of six family-owned and operated multigenerational Connecticut dairy farms that joined forces in 2003 to bottle and market fresh local milk under one trusted brand. By pooling their milk and delivering it to stores within 48 hours of milking, they offer some of the freshest dairy in New England. Longtime advocates for farmland protection, Chairman Jim Smith of Cushman Farms and other key founding members were instrumental in shaping and passing the landmark 2018 Farmland Preservation Act that strengthened Connecticut’s easement program. Today their six farms protect thousands of permanently preserved acres—the largest single block held by any cooperative in the state. This commitment, and over 20 years of proven success, earned them the prestigious Connecticut Legacy Recognition Award in 2023, affirming their contributions to manufacturing, retail, restaurants, brand development, and clean energy—the sole recipient for the state. The Farmer’s Cow shows that when family farms stand united, they can safeguard both their land and their legacy.

For More Information

StartEngine Campaign https://www.startengine.com/offering/fc-development

Contact: FC Development Corp. at info@fcdevcorp.com

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