Sondra Brancel, ARA

Overview & Bio Information

Sondra has been with the Farm Credit System since 2005; previously as a loan officer, then as an appraiser since 2011. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and Ag Business from UW-Platteville and her Accredited Rural Appraiser (ARA) designation in 2025. The ARA designation is earned by meeting stringent requirements in experience and education, in addition to passing rigorous written examination and abiding by the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraiser’s Code of Ethics. Accredited Rural Appraisers possess specialized expertise beyond state certification and licensing requirements and are connected to a national network of professional resources and information.

Sondra primarily performs appraisals for specialty properties throughout the Upper Midwest including cranberry marshes, irrigated cropland, and potato/vegetable operations. She lives in Central Wisconsin with her husband and two children on their family farm.
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