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Ignacia Fernández Gatica

María Ignacia Fernández Gatica is a Chilean sociologist, academic, and politician. Currently, she holds the position of Chile's Minister of Agriculture, a role she has held since August 21, 2025, under the administration of President Gabriel Boric. Her background as a sociologist likely informs her approach to agricultural policy and related social issues.


July 31, 1973: Birth of María Ignacia Fernández Gatica

On July 31, 1973, María Ignacia Fernández Gatica was born in Santiago, Chile.

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2023: Appointment as Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agriculture

In 2023, María Ignacia Fernández Gatica was appointed Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agriculture during Gabriel Boric's administration.

May 2025: Resignation to Join Presidential Campaign

In May 2025, María Ignacia Fernández Gatica resigned from her position to join the campaign team of presidential candidate Carolina Tohá.

August 21, 2025: Appointment as Minister of Agriculture

On August 21, 2025, María Ignacia Fernández Gatica became Chile's Minister of Agriculture under President Gabriel Boric.