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.
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.).
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.

SalvaTerra was extremely communicative, carried out the work to a high standard, and was very responsive to feedback, tailoring results as needed. I wouldn't hesitate to work with SalvaTerra again and would confidently recommend them.
Measurement and promotion of soil organic carbon in cotton systems
Better Cotton Initiative, 10/2022

The performance was very satisfactory and the Project is satisfied with the deliverables.
Identification of support for promising agricultural value chains in the South-East of Madagascar
Integrated Growth Poles and Corridors Project, 06/2019

The professionalism, responsiveness and quality of the service provided fully met our expectations.
Evaluation of the Forest and Wildlife Inventory (IFFN) of Côte d’Ivoire
Ministère des eaux et forêts de Côte d’Ivoire, 03/2025

My organization is satisfied with this service and with the flexibility and professionalism shown by the consultant within a very tight deadline.
Final evaluation of the Equity 1 programme and feasibility study of the Equity 2 programme
French Development Agency, 05/2020

My organization is highly satisfied with SalvaTerra's performance and appreciated in particular their accurate innovation competencies and client-orientation.
Estimating the costs/benefits of REDD+ in Lebanon, Tunisia and Turkey
Agence de coopération technique allemande, 02/2014

Fully satisfied with the performance: all taks were conducted with great intellingence and professionalism, in a very collaborative, adaptive and transparent manner.
Estimating the costs/benefits of REDD+ in Côte d’Ivoire
Institut européen de la forêt, 02/2014

Our company is satisfied with this service. All requests for additional information have been submitted.
Setting up an agroforestry plantation project with GECOTRA
Générale de commerce et de transport, 11/2017

My organization is satisfied with their performance and really appreciates the high-quality services provided in full compliance with their contractual requirements.
Feasibility study for the dissemination of improved cookstoves in Uganda and Kenya
Pur projet, 04/2021

My organization is satisfied with SalvaTerra's performance, communication and timely delivery of deliverables.
Study of REDD+ opportunities for the forest-wood sector in Kenya
Programme des Nations Unies pour l’environnement, 01/2016

The quality of the expertise was recognized by the sponsoring organization and confirmed by the members of the Evaluation Steering Committee. The availability of SalvaTerra agents, their efficiency and professionalism in carrying out the study were highlighted.
Technical and financial evaluation of agri-environment-climate measures
Direction de l’alimentation, de l’agriculture et de la forêt de Mayotte, 06/2017

My organization is satisfied with the progress of this delivery and the quality of its results given the time available.
Support for the implementation of Niger’s Nationally Determined Contribution
Expertise France, 10/2022

Full satisfaction with the service provided. The study was submitted on time and even exceeded our expectations in terms of depth of analysis and relevance of the recommendations. The quality of the work provided, the methodological seriousness and the effective coordination with the local teams made it possible to obtain concrete and usable results for the rest of the project.
Study of the cassava, timber and charcoal value-chains for an agroforestry plantation
Mushiete & Co, 02/2025

My organization is satisfied with this service.
Facilitation of a consultation workshop on resilient agricultural production
Expertise France, 10/2017

All services were provided in a timely manner and to high professional standards.
Study and support for beekeeping, ecotourism and native plants
Belgian development agency, 02/2025

My organization is very satisfied with this service, which was carried out with seriousness and professionalism in view of the high level of requirements of the steering committee and the limited budget of the study.
Meta-evaluation of rice projects with regard to climate issues (mitigation and adaptation)
French Association for Water, Irrigation and Drainage, 06/2024
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03 Jun. 2026
Nous avons le plaisir d’accueillir Yodit Kebede, qui rejoint SalvaTerra pour renforcer notre expertise et accompagner notre développement en France et à l’international. Ingénieure agronome et docteure en écologie des paysages, Yodit Kebede apporte près de vingt ans d'expérience internationale dans les domaines de l’agriculture, de l’environnement et du développement rural.
28 Apr. 2026
SalvaTerra a participé aux Journées de l’agroécologie du Sénégal (JAES 2026) à Dakar autour du thème : « De la vision à l’action : institutionnaliser l’agroécologie pour des systèmes alimentaires durables ».
10 Mar. 2026
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.
03 Mar. 2026
🌱 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.
20 Feb. 2026
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.
19 Feb. 2026
"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 (...)".