Three years after receiving a $400,000 state grant, Sidor Farms in Mattituck continues to grow its North Fork Potato Chip business while honoring the region’s farming roots. The funding, awarded in 2022 through New York’s Regional Economic Development Council competition, was designated to expand the farm’s production capacity and develop a potato museum celebrating Long Island’s agricultural heritage.
Owned by Martin and Carol Sidor, the family-run farm has spent nearly two decades transforming local potatoes into a beloved brand distributed nationwide. The grant allowed the Sidors to boost chip production and take steps toward creating an educational space highlighting the history of potato farming — once the backbone of Long Island agriculture.
The museum project aims to showcase antique farm equipment, historic photos, and exhibits exploring how the North Fork’s fields shaped generations of farmers. Plans also include interactive elements to teach visitors about soil, sustainability, and local crop production.
While the number of active potato farms on Long Island has dropped dramatically since the 1970s, Sidor Farms remains a proud link to that history. The expansion not only strengthened the Sidors’ business but also ensured the story of Long Island’s farming legacy continues to be shared with future generations.
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