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AgroHub drives innovation at AGRITRADE 2026
As part of the AgroHub project, led by Zamorano University and IDB Lab, the initiative had a strong presence at AGRITRADE 2026, a regional event held in Antigua Guatemala that brings together key stakeholders from the export sector of fruits, vegetables, and high-value agricultural products.

Zamorano University and BAC Strengthen Their Alliance to Advance Education and Sustainability
Universidad Zamorano and BAC Credomatic continue to strengthen their strategic partnership through the signing of a new collaboration agreement in 2026, reaffirming their shared commitment to education, sustainability, and the creation of opportunities for young people across the region.

Academic leadership in the international ARC2026 community
Zamorano University continues to strengthen its global positioning in higher education through its participation in the ARC2026 conference of the WSCUC (WASC Senior College and University Commission), one of the most relevant international forums on accreditation and academic quality.

Strengthening Water Governance: Election of the Santa Inés Micro-Watershed Council
In a significant step toward sustainable natural resource management, the General Assembly for the election of the Santa Inés Micro-Watershed Council was successfully held. This process, carried out under the Yeguare Project—a joint initiative between Zamorano University and the Embassy of France in Honduras—marks an important milestone in ecosystem protection and in strengthening climate resilience in rural communities across the region.

Zamorano University strengthens strategic partnerships with Honduras’ diplomatic protocol leadership
Zamorano University welcomed a delegation from the General Directorate of Protocol and Ceremonial Affairs of the Secretariat of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Honduras, led by its Director General, Luis Carlos Chavarría Reyes, a professional with more than two decades of experience in diplomatic protocol, institutional relations, and international cooperation.

Advancing circular bioeconomy in Guatemala’s coffee sector
Through a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of the coffee sector’s productive matrix, the AgroHub project, implemented by Zamorano University and BID Lab, is carrying out a series of technical interventions designed to develop the coffee value chain in the Guatemalan highlands. Under a circular bioeconomy and full-utilization approach, these actions are being executed in synergy with JICA’s CAFEPROCO project, with the goal of transferring specialized knowledge for the creation of value-added products, transforming what has traditionally been considered waste into an input with high commercial potential.

Jeff Cohen Officially Assumes Role as President of Zamorano University
Zamorano University officially announces the appointment of its new president, Jeff Cohen, a retired U.S. diplomat, who assumed his duties on April 1, 2026, marking the beginning of a new chapter aimed at strengthening the institution’s academic impact, global engagement, and commitment to sustainable development in the region.

Zamorano University recognizes the leadership of Dr. Keith L. Andrews and welcomes new president Jeff P. Cohen
During an all-staff institutional meeting, Zamorano University marked the conclusion of Dr. Keith L. Andrews’ term as Interim President and formally welcomed Jeff P. Cohen, who will assume the presidency on April 1, 2026.

Zamorano University, BID Lab, Impact Hub, and Social Skin join forces to strengthen AgriFoodTech entrepreneurship in Honduras
Zamorano University welcomed Carlos Eduardo Cordero Montoya, Executive Director of the National Migration Institute (INM) of Honduras, along with his team, for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration and improving migration processes for the university community.