Ludger Jean Simon is a senior agronomist with more than 25 years of experience with agricultural development and research in Haiti. Ludger has managed and led integrated agriculture and value chain programs focused on a range of crop and livestock production systems, including coffee, cacao, mango, papaya, bananas, rice, corn, beans, vegetables, as well as key cross-cutting issues such as climate change, soil fertility management, seed systems, weeds, pests, and diseases. In addition to his extensive field experience, Ludger brings an understanding of the practical opportunities and constraints in smallholder agriculture in Haiti and a deep understanding of evidence-based approaches to improving agricultural production and engaging with markets. Through progressively senior management and technical leadership positions in both development and emergency response programming, Ludger has demonstrated his ability to lead project teams, engage key sector stakeholders, and deliver relevant services to smallholder farmers.