Testimony - Loric Ferreri - Sustainable Agricultural and Agri-food Systems Engineer in the South

Loric Ferreri, a sustainable agricultural and agri-food systems engineer in the southern region. He wears the dual hats of a market gardener and an agroecology consultant, skillfully balancing technical expertise with project management.
Each morning, Loric's motivation is reignited as he steps onto his cultivated parcel of land. To him, the agricultural system he tends to is like a cherished project, and witnessing the sunrise over the crops is a poetic experience that drives his early mornings.
Loric reflects on the question of professional legitimacy, a common concern among students. He recalls grappling with doubts in the early days, but now he feels fully justified in his roles as a producer and market gardener. The sense of legitimacy becomes most tangible when he assists others, especially in his consulting capacity. Loric emphasizes the importance of humility in his work, but no longer wrestles with doubts regarding his qualifications.
Regarding the impact of his education, Loric highlights the significant broadening of his horizons through exposure to diverse cultures and people. He finds the academic environment to be highly stimulating and enjoys the camaraderie with fellow students. Their time together is marked by both enjoyment and intellectual growth.
This testimony showcases the journey of a sustainable agricultural engineer, where professional passion and personal development intertwine in a gratifying manner. Loric epitomizes the unique fusion of technical skills and emotional connection that defines his work in the southern region.