A loan helped buy manure and fertilizer and pay his workers.


Juan Carlos's story

Juan Carlos is 40 years old and in a common-law marriage. He lives in his own home made of rustic materials with his partner and three minor children in the district of Santo Tomas, province of Cutervo, department of Cajamarca, Peru. He has many good personal and professional references from the inhabitants of his area. The people of this area are mostly dedicated to agriculture, trade, and ranching.

He makes a living farming, specifically growing coffee of the Catimor variety. He has more than 7 years of experience in the field. Additionally, he makes a living raising bovine livestock. He is requesting a loan to buy manure and fertilizer and pay his workers. This will allow him to make a better income for himself and his family.

Juan Carlos is a recurring member of Edpyme Alternativa.

Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer anonymized.


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