This award honors the legacy and tenacity of beloved local farmer, Sam Wiseman, by recognizing St. Louis-area farmers and growers who champion regenerative farming practices and encourage people to reconnect with their food systems.
This award is presented by
Thanks to our sponsor, the Sam Wiseman Be Bold Award Recipient will receive a meal for two at Songbird.
About Sam Wiseman
Sam started Sunflower Savannah with her husband, Billy, in 2000 and dedicated herself to producing the healthiest food possible and sharing it with everyone she could. As an active member of Known & Grown and a founding vendor at the Tower Grove Market, she loved feeding her community and supporting farmers. Sam championed regenerative farming practices, heritage breeds, and relished in introducing people to new foods with real flavor. As spicy as her famous salsa, Sam stood firm in her beliefs as a Christian and as a farmer trying to make the world a better place. Her farm was open to friends and volunteers to share her knowledge, enjoy a potluck, and end the day with a swim in The Lake.
Nominations
To qualify for this award, a nominee must be a farmer in Sam’s community of farmers through the Known & Grown, Tower Grove Farmers Market, Certified Naturally Grown, or Slow Food St. Louis.
Congratulations to Amy Cloud
Join us in congratulating our 2026 Sam Wiseman Be Bold Award Recipient, Amy Cloud of Three Rivers Community Farm in Elsah, IL. This season, Amy’s farm is celebrating their 20th anniversary! In the world of small-scale, regenerative farming, this is no small feat. Amy has consistently shown up as a champion for local food with care for her community of customers and fellow farmers alike.