Karina, 24, is a single mother. She lives with her daughter in a rural area of the district of Pucará, which is located in the province of Jaén and the region of Cajamarca in the northern mountains of Peru. The inhabitants of this district mainly work in agriculture, livestock, and trade.
She raises and sells small animals such as goats, chickens, hens, and others. Her business is located in her home. She has six years of experience in this business and has very good personal and work references in her district.
She is applying for a loan to buy a larger quantity of animals, such as goats, hens, ducks, and others. She will also make repairs to the place where she raises them (corrals). With this loan, Karina hopes to offer a better product to her clients. This will allow her to generate a higher income and improve her quality of life and that of her family.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Amy Volz. View original language description.