Elisa, 56, is married and has a primary education. She has two dependents and lives in her own house which is made of local rustic materials. She has basic utilies such as electricity and running water. Her home is in the community of Palrumani in the Tiraque Province and she works in agriculture growing potatoes, miska, carrots, and lima beans on a patch of land that is three hectares with an irrigation system.
Elisa is in need of a loan to buy organic fertilizer and perol to make chicha (corn-based drink). This is to increase her income and improve the household economy.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Sherry Bess. View original language description.