Luz
A loan of $450 helps to purchase organic fungicides that will protect her lemon crops in a sustainable way.
Luz's story
Luz is a senior farmer from Balboa, Cauca, with 47 years of experience. She has a one-hectare plot of land where she has planted over 500 lemon trees of two varieties, which produce high yields. Luz sprays her crops with natural pesticides made from pepper, garlic, and apple cider vinegar, allowing her to keep her crops healthy in a sustainable manner, avoiding the use of chemicals and protecting the environment.
Luz lives with her husband in a house near her land. She has three adult children who provide her with financial support.
A loan of 1,923,051 COP will allow Luz to purchase organic fungicides, which will optimize the protection of her lemon trees against pests and diseases. This investment will ensure the health of her crops, improving the quality and quantity of her lemon production in a sustainable way.