SNC-Lavalin is committed to environmental protection and sustainable development. Its multi-disciplinary staff uses the latest technology, such as geographical information systems (GIS), to improve agricultural production in developing countries. SNC-Lavalin has extensive experience in institutional strengthening and in building the social and organizational capacity in regions where it works. It provides training on how to get produce to the marketplace as well as on the management and future development of agricultural lands.

In addition to its specialists in disciplines such as agricultural engineering, soil science and rural development, its staff includes economists, land use planners and GIS specialists.

Expertise

• Agricultural land capability
• Agricultural planning and policy development
• Agricultural development programs
• Rehabilitation of existing surface and pressurized irrigation
• GIS implementation
• Environmental assessment and mitigation plans
• Private enterprise development
• Institutional development and strengthening
• Integrated rural development
• Agricultural extension services
• Planning and operation of community participation activities
• Management and technical training

Services

• Pre-feasibility and feasibility studies
• Project planning and implementation
• Master plans and specifications
• Engineering, procurement and construction
• Specialized equipment procurement
• Technology transfer
• Management training