Maria Naranjo Barrantes

Maria Naranjo Barrantes is a researcher at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in sustainability within food systems and agricultural value chains. Her work focuses on EU Deforestation Regulation compliance, traceability technologies, and biodiversity-positive strategies, particularly in Colombia’s coffee and palm oil sectors. She leads cross-institutional projects like TransPath and LWV23088, addressing climate-biodiversity synergies and traceability solutions.

• Key Research Areas: Food systems, deforestation mitigation, traceability, environmental degradation
• Projects: Nature-Positive Food Systems, EU25042 TRANSPATH, Traceability in Colombian Value Chains

Her recent publications examine agricultural sustainability frameworks and policy implementation challenges, while media contributions critique EU environmental regulations. Collaborations span 5 years with institutions in Europe and developing countries.