FC Development Corp. Completes Final Approval Stage for StartEngine Launch, Set to Go Live in Early 2026 on Premier Equity Crowdfunding Platform

Norwich, CT – December 19, 2025 – FC Development Corp. (FCDC), the brand management and expansion partner for The Farmer’s Cow®, today announced a major milestone: the company has officially completed the final approval stage to launch its crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine, one of the world’s leading equity crowdfunding platforms. After nearly a year of rigorous preparation and development, FCDC will now proceed through the remaining compliance and qualification tasks, positioning the campaign to go live in early 2026.

This achievement builds on extraordinary momentum for The Farmer’s Cow®, including recent recognition with dual awards from LUXlife Magazine for The Farmer’s Cow® Calfé’s farm-to-table excellence and productive advancements toward a proposed national pilot program with the USDA to scale its proven Family Farming Security Ecosystem.

Choosing StartEngine—a platform renowned for its selectivity and track record of fueling high-potential companies—underscores the strength and scalability of FCDC’s farmer-owned model. Founded by Activision co-founder Howard Marks, StartEngine is a leading equity crowdfunding platform that has empowered hundreds of companies to raise capital from retail investors. With over $1.5 billion invested site-wide and a focus on compliant, high-growth offerings, it continues to drive innovation in private market access. StartEngine does not accept just anyone; every offering undergoes thorough review and must meet stringent SEC requirements under Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) or Regulation A+ (Reg A+), ensuring only vetted, compliant companies with compelling growth potential reach investors. This rigorous process has helped StartEngine facilitate over $1.5 billion in investments across its platform as of 2025, building a community of more than 2.1 million users and achieving record profitability, including $70 million in revenue and $4.9 million in GAAP net income in the first half of 2025 alone.

Backed by strategic advisor and “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary—a spokesperson and shareholder who has praised StartEngine as “the gold standard in equity crowdfunding” and a transformative force in democratizing access to private investments—the platform has powered numerous success stories. Notable companies include Knightscope, which raised over $21 million on StartEngine before launching a successful IPO and becoming a publicly traded leader in autonomous security robots; Boxabl, the innovative prefab housing company that raised tens of millions and is pursuing a SPAC merger at a multi-billion-dollar valuation; and Solectrac, the electric tractor startup acquired shortly after its raise, delivering a 68% return to investors. Other alumni have scaled dramatically post-campaign, with several achieving multi-million-dollar revenues or exits, proving StartEngine’s ability to propel innovative businesses toward unicorn potential and long-term value creation. Beyond primary raises, StartEngine’s Secondary market provides exposure to some of the world’s strongest private companies, allowing everyday investors to access shares in juggernauts like Stripe (valued at approximately $129 billion), xAI (valued at around $245 billion), Anthropic (valued at $183 billion), Perplexity (valued at $20 billion), Databricks (valued at $134 billion), OpenAI (valued at $324 billion), and SpaceX (valued at $450 billion), as well as other powerhouses such as Anduril (valued at $14 billion) and Kraken (valued at an estimated $20 billion). This unparalleled access to pre-IPO opportunities in AI, fintech, space, and beyond has solidified StartEngine’s position as a gateway for retail investors to participate in the growth of multi-billion-dollar innovators.

“This milestone reflects the extraordinary body of work our farmers, leadership, and team have built since 2003—turning a cooperative vision into a scalable, award-winning brand enterprise—always farmer-led and mission-driven. The strength and dedication of this team give me full confidence in our ability to execute at the next level. Moving forward, we will continue strategically building an even stronger organization—attracting top talent and forging key partnerships—to sustain the robust growth ahead and capitalize on the opportunities this StartEngine launch unlocks,” said FC Development Corp. President, Steve Lane.

Gaining acceptance onto StartEngine—a platform renowned for its rigorous vetting and highly selective process that filters out most applicants—speaks volumes about the company’s precise positioning in key vertical markets. This endorsement signals strong institutional confidence in The Farmer’s Cow®’s proven, scalable model, substantial upside potential, and capacity to generate significant long-term value. Investors familiar with elite crowdfunding platforms recognize that opportunities vetted at this level often represent rare early-access points to mission-driven brands with defensible moats and national expansion potential, making participation in such raises particularly compelling for those seeking alignment with the future of American agriculture.

Edwin Molina, CEO of FC Development Corp. stated, “This final approval stage with StartEngine is deeply meaningful validation of what we’ve built together over the past six years—a genuine bond of trust, respect, and partnership with our farmers that feels more like family than business. At its core, everything we do is about the farmers: standing beside them, listening to their stories, and creating opportunities that let them thrive on their land while raising their families with pride and security. With StartEngine helping us share this heartfelt mission more widely, we’re ready to bring that same support and care to family farmers across the country, ensuring their way of life endures for generations to come.”

For FCDC, launching on StartEngine represents a powerful opportunity to invite everyday investors—including loyal customers, community supporters, and those passionate about American agriculture—to own a piece of America’s First Family Farming Security Ecosystem.

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.

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