Juliana lives in the municipality of Contadero, in the Nariño Department in the south east of Colombia where the majority of the community make a living from rearing cattle and milk production. Juliana is 22 years old, she is single, she currently lives with her mother and sister. Her mother makes a living from dairy cattle and her sister is studying psychology.
Juliana has made a living for 6 years from cattle and milk production. She learned the business from her family. She sells the product to a well known businessman in the region. Juliana is applying for a loan of $2,077,000 COP to spend on the lease of the land where she keeps her calves. Her goal is to increase her working capital, save and continue studying.
Translated from Spanish by Kiva volunteer Nic Couldrey. View original language description.
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