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.

Satisfied with the service.
Technical assistance to develop the organic and fair trade dried mango sector
Biotropical Agriculture Development Company, 09/2017

SalvaTerra was able to be responsive in a tight deadline and a complex working environment. The solutions and initiatives they proposed made it possible to carry out the proposed service and to provide useful and quality work for PRISAN and AFD.
Co-construction of the Project for the Institutional Strengthening of the Food Security Sector in Niger (PRISAN)
French Development Agency, 10/2022

My organization [...] considers that the study was conducted in a very detailed manner, with the aim of responding comprehensively to the mission entrusted to it in a sometimes difficult field context, with a high-quality deliverable.
Feasibility study of the project Restoration of forests and landscapes in the Sahel
Fonds français pour l’environnement mondial, 11/2017

‘I confirm that SalvaTerra has performed these activities in accordance with the terms of the contract.’
Feasibility study of a jaguar conservation project on the Guiana Shield
French Facility for Global Environment, 01/2026

The expert was able to integrate his work with that of other researchers on the team, demonstrating initiative and excellent critical thinking. The report produced and published by CIFOR is of high quality, both in content and form.
Study of the roles and strategies of NGOs in land-use planning
Center for International Forestry Research, 11/2017

SalvaTerra was able to adapt to the difficult context, related to the COVID pandemic during the realization of the mission, which concluded with very satisfactory results, which the Project is in the process of popularizing.
Technological improvement of ylang-ylang essential oil distillation
Integrated Growth Poles and Corridors Project, 10/2022

We are satisfied with their service and recommend SalvaTerra for similar services.
Analysis of cash crops potential in south Madagascar
Integrated Growth Poles and Corridors Project, 04/2021

Mon organisme est très satisfait de l’exécution de cette prestation. The SalvaTerra SAS team was able to adapt to the conditions of the evaluation while ensuring the required rigor.
Final evaluation of the AFD-AVSF Multi-Year Partnership Agreement 2019-2022
French Development Agency, 10/2022

My organization is satisfied with this service and believes that this work will improve the quality of forest management plans by the Directorate General of Forests.
Revision of the terms of reference for forest management in Tunisia
Agence de coopération technique allemande, 07/2019

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

My organization is satisfied with this service.
Study of agricultural water management practices in the Mediterranean
Vertigo Lab, 10/2022

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

My organization is satisfied with this service and the quality and diversity of the deliverables provided. The workshops carried out fully met the expectations of the actors concerned.
Study of the local supply potential for collective catering
Direction de l’alimentation, de l’agriculture et de la forêt de Martinique, 02/2023

My organization is satisfied with this delivery that meets expectations.
Development of the Regional Forest and Timber Programme of Martinique
Direction de l’alimentation, de l’agriculture et de la forêt de Martinique, 11/2022

The consultant carried out the work [...] to our complete satisfaction.
Support for the Climate Strategy of the National Bank for Agricultural Development (BNDA)
National Agricultural Development Bank of Mali, 12/2023
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17 Jun. 2026
Dans un contexte de montée en puissance de la bioéconomie comme cadre du multilatéralisme et de la coopération SalvaTerra et Biotope ont achevé en mai 2026 une mission d’appui à la définition d’orientations stratégiques et opérationnelles sur la bioéconomie pour l’Agence française de développement.
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.