SalvaTerra Environment, Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development Design Office

Tailor-made support and advice for the success of natural resource development and management actions in the countries of the South.

Environment, agriculture, forestry and rural development

Salvaterra

It is urgent
to act

Economic development is and has been too often carried out at the expense of natural resources. In a context of global changes (6th biodiversity crisis, climate change, peak oil and energy crisis, unprecedented rise in world population, etc.), our current destructive development practices are leading us quickly and collectively to the brink.

Think globally,
Act locally

To help change the dominant development paradigm, SalvaTerra has been providing tailor-made support and advice since 2012 to accompany and implement rural development projects - mainly in the countries of the South (Africa, Latin America and South-East Asia) but also in the countries of the North - that reconcile the sustainable management of terrestrial ecosystems and wealth creation for local populations (agricultural products, timber and non-timber forest products etc.).

Love of work
Well done

Rural populations in the South are often in a state of severe deprivation, which only worsens as the surrounding 'natural capital' deteriorates. Faced with this situation, we approach our work with pragmatism and passion, adapting to the national context and the problem at hand and, above all, working with a results-oriented approach.

Agence française de développement

My organization particularly appreciates the responsiveness, precision and relevance of the work provided by SalvaTerra.

Analysis of Mozambique’s Emission Reduction Programme Paper (ER-DP)

Agence française de développement, 03/2018

Permanent Interstates Committee for Drought Control in the Sahel

Salva Terra successfully performed this service.

Technical assistance to CILSS countries on climate issues (2013-2014)

Permanent Interstates Committee for Drought Control in the Sahel, 08/2015

Commune of Koungou

My organization is satisfied with this service and recommends SalvaTerra for similar operations.

Agrarian diagnosis for the “Fertile District” project, in Majicavo (Commune of Koungou)

Commune of Koungou, 12/2022

Rectorate of Mayotte

My organization is satisfied with the execution of this service, both regarding content and timeline.

Estimation of agricultural compensation regarding construction of a high school building in Longoni

Rectorate of Mayotte, 04/2022

FORM Ghana

The interaction with SalvaTerra's staff has been professional and with excellent results...and provided an important step forward to access FIP funding.

Setting up a teak plantation project with the company FORM Ghana

FORM Ghana, 02/2018

National Institute of Geographic and Forest Information – International department

My organization is fully satisfied with the progress of this service and expresses its gratitude to SalvaTerra for its professionalism, the efforts made and the quality of the services provided.

Prospective study for the sustainability of the Forest Observation by Satellite Project in Central and West Africa (OSFACO)

National Institute of Geographic and Forest Information – International department, 10/2022

French Development Agency

I therefore highly and warmly recommend the SalvaTerra SAS team in view of their analysis and detailed understanding of the contexts and their solid skills on the intersectoral issues of adaptation to climate change (agriculture, livestock, fisheries, water resources, governance including land, gender, etc.), multi-stakeholder dialogue facilitation and territorial approach.

Climate Change Vulnerability Study in the Senegal River Valley

French Development Agency, 01/2022

International solidarity for development and investment

I confirm that the performance of these activities by SalvaTerra SAS has been found to be in accordance with the terms of the contract, including the expected results and the deadlines set. My organization is satisfied with this service.

Training in agroecological diagnosis for Lebanese partners of SIDI

International solidarity for development and investment, 09/2024

Integrated Growth Poles and Corridors Project

The service was therefore satisfactory and was carried out according to the terms of the contract.

Assessment of the potential of agricultural export sectors on the East Coast

Integrated Growth Poles and Corridors Project, 01/2024

French Development Agency

Satisfied [...] with the quality of the work carried out, the service provider having demonstrated great adaptability and ability to listen to the expectations of the various stakeholders.

Feasibility study for the Sustainable Management of Resources and Territory Project

French Development Agency, 03/2025

Jardins du monde

The service was therefore satisfactory and provided with a real professional conscience and willingness to do well, even beyond the mission itself. The expert has been involved in all of Jardins du Monde's programs, bringing his personal skills, which have proven fruitful (search for funding, support for general coordination, support for strengthening and enhancing the capacities of our local employees, etc.). The entire Jardins du Monde team warmly thanks him for his human and professional investment.

Development of production, certification and marketing of medicinal and cosmetic plants

Jardins du monde, 11/2017

World Bank

The senior experts mobilized to carry out this study and provide all the related reports have shown great professionalism and competence. The support provided was very timely and all necessary efforts were made to fully meet the expectations of the World Bank and the Tunisian partners involved.

NDC Implementation: Carbon and Green Jobs in Tunisian Oases

World Bank, 09/2023

African Intellectual Property Organization

The activities [...] were carried out in accordance with the terms of the contract, including the expected results and the set deadlines.

Scientific studies to characterize the terroir effect on the Guinean Baroness pineapple

African Intellectual Property Organization, 10/2022

World Bank

My organization is satisfied with this service and the technical quality of the work and the professionalism of the team members.

Development of the Partnership Plan and the Investment Plan of the NDC of Niger

World Bank, 10/2022

Winrock International

My organization is satisfied with the performance of [SalvaTerra] and the consultant has shown exceptional professionalism in difficult working conditions. The participants in the training were completely satisfied with the training, presentations and practical working sessions and would like to receive follow-up training with SalvaTerra.

Climate-smart agriculture training for agricultural teachers and engineering students

Winrock International, 01/2017

Olivier, Anis, Eva, Alice, David, Johan, Sophia, Catherine, Annaël... A team of experts at your service.

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La filière Forêt-Bois de La Réunion : Une étude des acteurs et des flux pour outiller l’interprofession

10 Mar. 2026

La filière Forêt-Bois de La Réunion : Une étude des acteurs et des flux pour outiller l’interprofession

SalvaTerra achève une étude pour le compte de Fibois France, auprès du projet Giroflée et de l’Interprofession Fibois Océan Indien récemment crée à la Réunion. Réunir l’ensemble des informations sur la filière, mettre à jour les analyses, rencontrer les acteurs et partager les conclusions étapes par étapes : telle a été la démarche auprès de la filière.
L’objectif ? Apporter une vision exhaustive des savoirs sur la ressource, la filière, les acteurs, les flux de matière, et les flux économiques, et proposer des recommandations compatibles avec l’agenda de l’interprofession forêt bois répondant au besoin de développement durable de la filière.

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[ANNONCE] SalvaTerra poursuit son développement en 2026 en intégrant l’Alliance for Nature

03 Mar. 2026

[ANNONCE] SalvaTerra poursuit son développement en 2026 en intégrant l’Alliance for Nature

🌱 Une nouvelle étape pour SalvaTerra
2025 a été une année record. 2026 marque une accélération stratégique. Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer l’entrée de SalvaTerra au sein de l’Alliance for Nature, un réseau international d’entreprises engagées pour la biodiversité, l’environnement et le développement durable.

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Mission à Béjaïa : vers un système intégré d’alerte précoce et de réponse rapide aux feux de forêt

20 Feb. 2026

Mission à Béjaïa : vers un système intégré d’alerte précoce et de réponse rapide aux feux de forêt

Dans le cadre de notre appui à la Wilaya de Béjaïa, une mission de terrain s’est tenue entre Alger et Béjaïa afin de poser les bases d’un dispositif structuré de prévention, d’alerte et d’intervention face au risque incendie.

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On parle de nos travaux dans le cadre du projet Giroflee – Gestion Innovante des Ressources Forestières pour une Energie durable dans la presse réunionnaise !

19 Feb. 2026

On parle de nos travaux dans le cadre du projet Giroflee – Gestion Innovante des Ressources Forestières pour une Energie durable dans la presse réunionnaise !

"Cette rencontre a marqué une étape à mi-parcours avec la présentation des résultats intermédiaires du projet, notamment la restitution finale de l’étude stratégique des acteurs et des flux de la filière forêt-bois réunionnaise réalisée par le bureau d’étude SalvaTerra. Cette étude a permis d’établir une vision consolidée de la filière en cartographiant ses acteurs, en analysant les flux existants et en identifiant les principaux leviers et enjeux économiques, techniques et organisationnels du territoire (...)".

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Une nouvelle experte dans l’équipe SalvaTerra !

11 Feb. 2026

Une nouvelle experte dans l’équipe SalvaTerra !

Léa Petitfour a rejoint l’équipe de SalvaTerra en janvier 2026 pour renforcer l’équipe et accompagner son développement en France et à l’international.

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Rétrospective 2016-2025 – Episode 2/7 – Carbone & finance climat : structurer des projets crédibles pour accéder aux financements climat

10 Feb. 2026

Rétrospective 2016-2025 – Episode 2/7 – Carbone & finance climat : structurer des projets crédibles pour accéder aux financements climat

La finance climat et les marchés carbone occupent aujourd’hui une place centrale dans les stratégies de lutte contre le changement climatique. Pour les pays forestiers, les territoires côtiers ou les acteurs de la gestion durable des terres, ils représentent une opportunité majeure de mobiliser des financements additionnels, à condition de s’appuyer sur des cadres solides et crédibles.
Les projets carbone et climat - qu’ils concernent la REDD+, les mangroves (« carbone bleu ») ou l’agriculture - nécessitent une expertise technique pointue, une compréhension fine des standards internationaux et une bonne intégration dans les politiques publiques nationales.

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