About CEADSA

Expertise at the interface of science, strategy and action

CEADSA SARL is a consultancy in agroecology and the sustainability of agri-food systems, established in Dakar in 2026. We work nationally and internationally alongside public institutions, research organisations, development organisations, businesses, investors and local stakeholders.

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Our purpose

Accelerating the sustainable transformation of agri-food systems

Agri-food systems today face major challenges: climate change, degradation of natural resources, biodiversity loss, shifting markets, growing sustainability requirements and the need to ensure accessible and resilient food.

CEADSA SARL supports stakeholders who want to turn these challenges into opportunities for transition, innovation and lasting value creation.

Our mission

Turning knowledge into sustainable solutions

CEADSA SARL’s mission is to support the sustainable, inclusive and resilient transition of agri-food systems in the face of environmental, climate, economic and social change.

Our support covers the entire transformation chain: research, diagnosis, strategy, innovation, implementation, measurement, improvement and scaling up.

Our vision

Becoming a benchmark for the sustainable transformation of agri-food systems

To be a leading consultancy in agroecology and the sustainability of agri-food systems, recognised for its scientific excellence, strategic expertise and ability to turn knowledge and innovation into concrete, measurable and replicable solutions.

We aim to contribute to agri-food systems that are more resilient to climate change, more economically efficient, more environmentally responsible and more socially inclusive.

The principles that guide our work

Scientific rigour
Analyses and recommendations based on reliable data, scientific knowledge and proven methods.
Responsible innovation
Technological, organisational and social innovations that respond concretely to the challenges of agri-food systems.
Sustainability & resilience
Environmental, climate, economic and social dimensions integrated to strengthen systems’ capacity to cope with risks.
Systems approach
Agri-food systems considered as a whole: production, processing, markets, territories, resources and stakeholders.
Excellence & professionalism
High-quality services delivered with rigour, ethics, transparency and accountability.
Partnership & skills transfer
Co-construction, knowledge sharing and skills development to create lasting value beyond our assignments.
Equity & inclusion
Agri-food systems that create opportunities for local stakeholders and foster the participation of women, young people and vulnerable groups.

From analysis to impact

An integrated approach linking science, strategy, fieldwork and performance.

  1. Understand

    We analyse systems, territories, organisations, value chains, risks and opportunities.

  2. Design

    We work with our partners to build strategies, projects, models and solutions suited to their goals.

  3. Experiment

    We test and validate innovations and solutions in real or controlled settings.

  4. Deploy

    We support implementation, capacity building and ownership of solutions.

  5. Measure

    We track performance, results, impacts and compliance levels.

  6. Improve & scale up

    We capitalise on experience, strengthen solutions and support their replication.

Expertise designed for diverse challenges

  • Public institutions: governments, ministries, agencies and local authorities
  • International organisations and development actors
  • Research institutions and centres
  • Agro-industries and food companies
  • SMEs, cooperatives and agricultural professional organisations
  • Farms and agricultural entrepreneurs
  • Investors and financial institutions
  • Development projects and programmes
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From knowledge to action

Understand the system to act where it matters

A field, business or territory connects resources, people and markets. Sustainable solutions take their interactions into account.

Observe the context

Combine available data, field constraints and the needs expressed by stakeholders.

Connect the challenges

Consider production, soil, water, climate, biodiversity, economic viability and inclusion together.

Support decisions

Translate analysis into priorities, actions and indicators suited to the project.

Different ways to move your project forward

The format depends on your needs, available resources and the level of support required.

Study and assessment

Build a shared understanding of the situation before making a decision.

  • Information collection and analysis
  • Assessment of challenges and constraints
  • Recommendations and priorities

Consulting and support

Translate a strategic direction into a path towards implementation.

  • Co-design of a roadmap
  • Project structuring support
  • Monitoring and improvement tools

Training and skills transfer

Build the capacity teams need to apply solutions.

  • Learning needs assessment
  • Practical and participatory sessions
  • Reusable materials and tools

Our commitment

Making sustainability a driver of transformation and performance

At CEADSA, we believe the agri-food transition is about more than adopting new practices. It means rethinking systems, building capacity, transforming business models, harnessing innovation, improving governance and creating synergies between stakeholders.

Our ambition: to help bring about agri-food systems that sustainably feed people, create value for territories, preserve natural resources and strengthen resilience to climate change.

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