Human life as we know it today is sustained and enhanced by the practice of agriculture - the cultivation and breeding of animals, plants and fungi for food, fiber, biofuel, medicinal plants and other products.
GHD offers a unique blend of knowledge and practical experience of agricultural and farming systems, commodities and markets, natural resources management, economics and policy, water and biodiversity. Our integrated approach to agribusiness solutions encompasses the entire supply chain.
Key areas that we focus on include:
- Agricultural and natural resource economics - Rigorous economic analysis to support policy formulation and decision-making is a fundamental requirement of our clients. We are proficient in a range of techniques; including triple bottom line cost benefit analysis, economic impact analysis, financial analysis, and socio-economic assessments.
- Agricultural impact assessments - Our team provides strategic planning and land use services to identify and assess the potential impacts of development and infrastructure on agriculture.
- Feasibility studies - We have extensive experience in evaluating and comparing the economic and financial feasibility of agricultural developments, including processing plants, irrigation developments, and production expansion.
- Farm management - We provide comprehensive services in irrigation management, agricultural production, environmental monitoring and reporting, pest and weed management, and native flora and fauna management.
- Facility planning and design - Whether for a new facility, an expansion of present operations, or an upgrade to meet environmental regulations, we offer expertise in facility design to leverage operations.
- Regulatory and compliance monitoring - Our team provides comprehensive services for the design, construction and operation of cost-effective manure and wastewater storage and treatment facilities.
- Strategic planning and reviews - Our team has extensive experience completing large scale and complex reviews, including performance reviews and project / program appraisals for agricultural industry bodies.
Below are your key contacts for Agriculture
We have successfully worked with GHD for several years, they are easy to work with, professional and consistently deliver both high levels of service and quality design solutions. They are true partners, they keep their promises and work in collaboration with us and other stakeholders to deliver and exceed our client's expectations.
John Gittins
Interserve divisional Director