Erika is 28 years old. She lives with her family in the parish of Pablo Arenas, located in the province of Imbabura. It is a very productive area that is known for its fertile soil.
Erika rises pigs on some family land. She has a vision, which is continuing to go forward with this activity so that in years to come her generation can continue this work as she has been doing. This is thanks to her father, who taught her to work and seek her income in an honorable way to support her family.
Erika is asking for a loan to buy pigs for fattening, balanced feed, feed, vitamins, poles, mesh, and zinc sheeting, and to pay for labor and the transportation of materials. This is to care for her animals in optimal conditions so that they can be sold at a good price in the market so she can have a good profit margin.
Erika is very grateful for the help and trust that Kiva has offered.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Ellen Donohue. View original language description.