Marianela Ubilla (Class of 1998, Ecuador), is a prominent leader in Ecuador’s banana industry, the world’s largest exporter of the crop. In 2020, she became the first woman to chair the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE) and has been distinguished for her leadership, perseverance, and ability to face global challenges through innovation and resilience…
EARTH’s e-Learning by Doing Program, created in response to the pandemic and in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has transformed the University’s hands-on approach into a virtual experience accessible to users worldwide. Since its launch in 2023, more than 1,000 people in 49 countries have used the free micro-modules on precision agriculture, sustainable production, and renewable energy, among others…
Ten years ago, Candelaria Saloj joined the Oxlajuj E Association, an organization in Guatemala that produces amaranth. Since she began mentoring with EARTH Futures, she has overcome her shyness and has developed skills to improve sales and management. Now, as a Production and Commercialization Technician, she empowers Mayan women and expands the Association’s client network…
Through leading the CACPROSA biofactory, José Aguilar has channeled what was initially a curiosity into a true passion for sustainable agriculture. Thanks to the support of EARTH Futures, he has learned to develop biofertilizers that improve soil health and increase agricultural productivity, transforming not only his own professional career but also the region’s agricultural practices…
In the Tropical Forestry course, our students learn about practices that allow for optimal management of forest plantations and natural forests, promoting sustainability using new agricultural technologies.
El Proyecto RTEP de EARTH Futures empodera a más de 70 mujeres del departamento de Sololá, capacitándolas en la crianza de gallinas y venta de huevos a comedores escolares y comunidades. Con el apoyo y financiamiento de Cargill, el proyecto mejora la nutrición y diversifica ingresos familiares, creando un modelo sostenible y fortaleciendo el rol de las mujeres productoras.
For student Patience Cyuzuzo (Class of 2025, Rwanda), agriculture and technology cannot be separated. For her, these two sciences must be connected to improve agricultural practices and food systems in her country and worldwide.
Gilmer Mendoza (Class of 2026, Venezuela), in his second year, has no doubt when he says, with a big smile on his face, that coming to EARTH has been the best decision he ever made. His father, Golfredo Mendoza (Class of 2001, Venezuela), and his grandfather are also agronomists, and now he continues the family legacy with pride and conviction…
With the support of ASHA and USAID, we are working on two projects to improve the quality of life within the Guácimo Campus and to promote our environmental commitment. Read more about this generous funding…
Senene Farm is the project with which Anthony Ilalio Mbunju (Tanzania), Birtukan Feyisa Megersa (Ethiopia), and Charles Muiruri Munga (Kenya), Mastercard Foundation Scholars from the Class of 2024, won second place in the Wege Prize, a competition that encourages students to generate solutions for global challenges. Learn about their proposal…
Apat Bul Kiir Aguer (Class of 2027, South Sudan) grew up with refugee status, which made her strong and resilient. Get to know her inspiring story and learn how EARTH is shaping her future…
When Irene del Carmen Suazo Salazar (Class of 2026, Nicaragua) was a child, she fled Nicaragua with her family and sought refuge in Costa Rica. At EARTH, she found the path to pursue her passion…
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