Loana Bermudez is a Costa Rican agronomist with a well-rounded background in agriculture and field operations. Since graduating from EARTH University in 2016, she has gained diverse experience in crop production, certifications, and project management across different regions. Her career began in 2010 at Fyffes Bananas International as an Administrative Assistant, providing her with valuable organizational skills. In 2017, Loana managed certifications and environmental practices at Buena Vista Lodge in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, overseeing pest control and compliance standards. Later that year, she joined Kona Hills LLC in Hawaii as a Fertility and Plant Health Specialist, managing nurseries and supporting a 700-hectare coffee plantation. Her role also involved the import and quarantine of coffee varieties and exploring aspects of coffee roasting and cupping. In 2020, she worked in Turkey on the development of an aquaculture business in Artvin, fostering partnerships with the Black Sea University and exploring markets for the commercialization of fresh rainbow trout. By 2022, she was working in Costa Rica, at Finca La Tortuga, a conventional cacao farm transitioning to organic on the Caribbean province of Limón. She was responsible for data collection, plant health inspections, and coordinating with local authorities to support the transition process, gaining valuable experience in cacao production and compliance standards. During this time, she also focused on pesticide-free vegetables and mushrooms for local markets. In 2023, Loana expanded her scope as an Agricultural Consultant, advising on diverse crops and supporting her family’s business. In 2024, she joined BAYACAO as a Farm Operations Assistant in Bayaguana, Monte Plata, where she contributes to the farm’s daily operations with a practical and adaptable approach. She has been newly promoted to Deputy Manager in July 2025