Who are SFA members? Meet Bianca Goncalves Da Costa.
Who are SFA members? We call ourselves the “farmer-to-farmer network,” but our ecosystem is far wider. We attract and partner with people and organizations interested in shifting the agricultural paradigm from an extractive model to a regenerative one. Our 1,300 members include both seasoned and new farmers and ranchers, as well as agricultural educators, agency staff, local food advocates, homesteaders, eaters, and conservationists.
During our Fall New Member Drive, “meet” some of our members and see how they’ve benefited from joining SFA, in their own words. We’d like to introduce you to…
Bianca Goncalves Da Costa
Bianca is an international student pursuing her PhD at the University of Minnesota. She works on research in sustainable livestock production systems, and her PhD project focuses on investigating different options for farmers to raise dairy calves. Bianca joined SFA to have access to hands-on learning opportunities and connect with the local farming community.
“The SFA community is fantastic and super friendly! SFA organizes several practical educational activities on farming methods that benefit farmers, the community, and the planet. I wish I would have more time to go to every event! I particularly enjoy the significant number and quality of hands-on events focusing on agroecological livestock practices! I was working on a native prairie research project and got great insights from the “Prescribed Goat Grazing for Savannah Restoration” event.
Bianca Goncalves Da COSTA, PhD Candidate
I love their initiative to bring a collective and collaborative approach to solving problems relevant to the farming community, such as access to veterinary services. I also find it amazing how SFA supports rural and urban residents interested in becoming land stewards, so I know that no matter where I live, I can count on SFA educational content and events to support me in producing healthy food and taking good care of our planet!”
SFA Member since 2022
Become a member during our fall member drive to tap into diverse programming, educational events, and networking opportunities powered by our network. The first 50 new members to join will get some sweet SFA swag for free: an SFA fleece-lined knit cap! Click here to learn more about membership benefits, or join here now.