Faustino is 40 years old. He lives with his wife and three children in a village in Pomahuaca district, Jaén province. It is a small, rural community where people farm and raise animals. It is located seven hours from the city of Chiclayo.
For 10 years Faustino has worked growing and selling coffee, tea, and cacao. He also raises and sells farm animals.
Faustino wants to invest in the maintenance of his ranch by buying fertilizer, herbicide, and other expenses to continue expanding his growing area.
Therefore, he has asked for a loan of 1030 soles from the institution.
Faustino is a hard-working and responsible man. His primary goal is to provide a good quality of life to his family.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Cindy Kendall. View original language description.