Maria De la Hoz

Maria Fernanda De la Hoz is a Colombian software engineer and social impact innovator. As Project Coordinator of IEEE Humanitarian Technologies Colombia, she develops AI solutions for vulnerable communities. She founded AgrocolIA, an AI-powered device supporting smallholder farmers through climate and crop monitoring, and Mi Voz, Mi Región, a civic technology platform. Her work focuses on building scalable technologies for equity and sustainable development.

Breaking the Wall of Climate Decision Inequality:
Maria Fernanda De la Hoz | Project: AgrocolIA | Falling Walls Engage Finalist 2026

AgrocolIA is an AI-powered device designed with smallholder farmers in Colombia to strengthen climate resilience. It monitors environmental conditions and crop health, detects pests and diseases, and provides accessible recommendations for planting, irrigation, and risk prevention. Through workshops and co-design, farmers actively shape the technology, enhancing climate resilience and sustainable practices.