CHENANGO COUNTY – A handful of Chenango County barns will get a facelift this spring as a result of a local group dedicated to stimulating economic development in the local agricultural industry.

In August, the Chenango County Agricultural Development Council unveiled the Barn Revitalization Program, a matching grant designed to help farmers pay to paint their existing barns.

According to ADC Chairperson Jennifer Tavares, the intent is to help instill pride in local agriculture.

A total of $2,000 was allocated for the program, only a portion of which was distributed in the first round of funding.