Josefina Jahn Forteza

Josefina Jahn Forteza is an experienced professional in sustainable agricultural development, currently serving as Jefe de Investigación y Desarrollo Sustentable at Ranco Cherries since August 2020. In addition, Josefina has been a Socio at Sociedad Agrícola El Aromo since January 2015, focusing on cherry and blueberry production. Previous roles include serving as an Asesor at Ministerio Secretaría General de la Presidencia (SEGPRES) from 2019 to 2020, specializing in management control and support for public policies related to agriculture and sustainability, and as Coordinador Regional at Ministerio de Agricultura from 2018 to 2019, overseeing regional activities for the Comisión Nacional de Riego. Prior experience also includes overseeing certification systems at Corpora Agrícola S.A. from 2016 to 2018. Educational qualifications include a BSc in Agricultural Engineering with a focus on Fruticulture from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, supplemented by academic exchange at the University of Hohenheim and advanced diplomas in landscape and garden design.