Zamorano Recognized for Its Contribution to Innovation and Sustainability at the 2025 Banana Summit

The 2025 Banana Summit, the most important event for the banana sector in Latin America, brings together industry leaders, producers, academics, and institutions committed to agricultural development in the region. Held in Guayaquil from April 28 to 30, experts and representatives from various countries gathered to share experiences, analyze trends, and promote sustainable initiatives around one of the continent’s most vital agricultural pillars.

En esta 12ª edición, la cumbre incluye un robusto programa con conferencias magistrales, una feria comercial, y espacios de networking, posicionándose como una plataforma clave para el intercambio de conocimientos y la proyección de nuevas oportunidades para el sector.

Nos llena de orgullo anunciar que la Escuela Agrícola Panamericana Zamorano ha sido reconocida por su compromiso con la innovación y sostenibilidad en la producción bananera. A través del trabajo de sus graduados y graduadas en la región, Zamorano continúa siendo un referente en la formación de profesionales que impulsan el desarrollo agropecuario en Ecuador y América Latina.


En representación de Zamorano, asiste en esta edición Adolfo Mariscal, quien reafirma la presencia activa de la institución en procesos clave para el crecimiento del sector agrícola ecuatoriano.

La Cumbre también cuenta con la destacada participación de líderes como Juan Sebastián Noboa, Eduardo Ubilla y Fernando Torres, empresarios del sector; Arturo Condo, rector de EARTH; Danilo Palacios, ministro de Agricultura y Ganadería; Marcela Aguiñaga, Prefecta de la Provincia del Guayas; Ricardo Baquerizo, director de EXPOPLAZA, entre otras personas.

Este encuentro consolida los lazos entre el sector académico, público y privado, y refuerza la visión compartida de construir una agricultura más resiliente, equitativa y sostenible para las futuras generaciones.

Zamorano University Welcomes FONAGRO Delegation to Strengthen Scholarship Program Partnership

As part of its commitment to strengthening strategic partnerships that expand access to higher education, Zamorano University welcomed a delegation from Guatemala's National Fund for the Reactivation and Modernization of Agricultural Activities (FONAGRO). The purpose of the visit was to follow up on the scholarship program jointly promoted by both institutions to benefit Guatemalan students.

SEDESOL and Zamorano University Strengthen Access to Higher Education Through the Scholarship Program

Zamorano Unisversity hosted the signing of scholarship agreements under the Scholarship Program implemented in partnership with the Secretariat of Social Development (SEDESOL), an initiative that continues to expand access to quality higher education for young Hondurans. Today, this partnership benefits more than 180 Honduran students across different academic years and degree programs at Zamorano University, representing an investment of more than L 60 million in scholarships.

Zamorano University and Fundación PROSPERA Explore Collaboration Opportunities to Advance Education and Innovation

Zamorano University welcomed a delegation from Fundación PROSPERA to strengthen institutional relationships and explore opportunities for collaboration in areas of shared interest, particularly education, professional development, internships, and agrifood innovation. The visit provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives and discuss potential joint initiatives aimed at developing talent and fostering innovation with a positive impact in Honduras and the region.