Ana is a 22-year-old young woman. She lives with her parents in the Chutan sector of the Bolivar canton. She has been working in agriculture since she graduated from college three years ago. Through her work, she has achieved financial independence which allows her to be a support for her family.
Ana is asking for a loan to be able to invest in her onion crop. She hopes to increase her work by sowing another two barrels of onions, which will occupy a hectare of land. Additionally, she needs to pay for the purchase of farming supplies and labour costs to maintain her crop. In this way, Ana hopes to continue growing financially through agriculture because it is her way of life.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer anonymized. View original language description.