El Salvador is the most densely populated country in mainland Central America. Years of political turmoil, a high crime rate, and profound inequality have created a challenging environment for its people to survive and flourish. While the country has seen some progress in the past few years, the cost of living is still very high. Many locals make a small living from farming and selling crops such as corn and beans. However, in recent years, droughts in El Salvador have led to a huge loss of crops, having a profound impact on farmers hoping to provide for their family.
One such farmer is Jose Felix Robles Flores, who has been growing and selling corn and beans, to support his wife, children, and grandchildren. With a large household to support, it is not always easy to make ends meet. This year, the Sowers Fund helped Jose purchase key farming equipment to prepare his small piece of land for harvesting. This will enable Jose to support his family financially in the future.