Ecuador
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Fanny is a 36-year-old single mother and entrepreneur who earns her living through sugar cane cultivation and the production of traditional sugar cane products. For many years, she has worked diligently on a small family farm, gradually building her knowledge of agriculture and processing techniques through experience, perseverance and hard work.
Starting with a modest plot of land, Fanny learned how to cultivate sugar cane and transform it into products such as sugar cane juice and panela, a traditional unrefined sugar widely used in her community. Over time, she expanded her production and improved the processing shelter she inherited, enabling her to strengthen her business and increase the income it generates.
Through her dedication, Fanny has built a reliable source of livelihood that has helped support her household and provide opportunities for her family. One of her proudest achievements has been supporting her son through university, demonstrating the important role her business has played in improving their future prospects.
Today, Fanny continues to cultivate sugar cane and process it into value-added products for sale. Her experience and commitment to quality have helped her establish a sustainable enterprise that contributes to her family's financial stability while preserving traditional production methods.
To further develop her business, Fanny applied for a loan to purchase a sugar cane mill (trapiche). This investment will improve processing efficiency, reduce labour requirements and increase production capacity. With better equipment, she will be able to process larger quantities of sugar cane while maintaining product quality.
By investing in a modern trapiche, Fanny hopes to increase productivity, enhance the quality of her products and generate higher income from her enterprise. She remains committed to strengthening her business, preserving traditional food production and creating greater financial security for herself and her family.
Loan added: 8 September 2026
Fanny Maria's loan repayment schedule
| Date | Expected repayments | Actual repayments |
|---|---|---|
| £147.63 | ||
| £61.52 | Available | |
| £61.52 | Available | |
| £61.52 | Available | |
| £61.52 | Available | |
| £61.52 | Available | |
| £61.52 | Available |
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