Allen Farmer Attended Leadership Program

Boldly Grown Farm owner Amy Frye participated in a national agriculture leadership experience this past August.

Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Agriculture

Allen Farmer Attended Leadership Program

In August 2026, Amy Frye of Allen-based Boldly Grown Farm took part in the Advancing Women in Agriculture through Resilience and Distinction (AWARD) program. The leadership experience brought together 40 women from across the country in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Why it matters

AgWest Farm Credit nominated Frye for the program to recognize her vision and commitment to the agriculture industry. The initiative used the historical context of Gettysburg as a setting for professional development and peer networking.

Boldly Grown Farm currently manages 100 acres, with 60 acres actively cultivated for crops. The operation supports a workforce of 14 full-time and 6 seasonal employees.

The players

Amy Frye

She is the owner of Boldly Grown Farm and a first-generation farmer who was selected for a national leadership program.

AgWest Farm Credit

This financial institution provides credit and financial services to farmers and nominated Frye for the leadership experience.

Jacob Slosberg

He is a first-generation farmer who co-founded and operates Boldly Grown Farm alongside Amy Frye.

The details

Amy Frye and Jacob Slosberg operate the farm, which grew from a 1-acre plot started in 2015 to the current scale. The couple purchased 35 acres of land in Allen in 2021 to expand their agricultural enterprise.

Amy Frye and Jacob Slosberg started their initial 1-acre farm in 2015.
The couple purchased 35 acres of land in Allen in 2021.
The AWARD program leadership experience took place in August 2026.

Market Landscape

This move highlights the broader industry trend of first-generation farmers scaling boutique operations into established commercial entities. It positions Boldly Grown Farm among a growing class of mid-sized farms expanding their footprint in the local agricultural market.

The expansion and leadership development of local farms like Boldly Grown Farm may lead to increased local produce availability and long-term business stability. Consumers can expect sustained agricultural output as these operations secure their footing in the regional market.

The takeaway

First-generation farming requires both land expansion and professional development to remain competitive in a shifting market. Aspiring producers can look to programs like AWARD as a pathway to build essential leadership skills for long-term farm management.