A Malagasy agricultural engineer specializing in agroecology, environmental management, and rural development, ANDRIANIELA Ny Rindra Andrandraina uses his expertise to develop sustainable solutions that reconcile biodiversity conservation with community development. His academic background combines agronomic sciences, territorial communication, and the enhancement of plant biodiversity, enabling him to adopt both a technical and integrated approach to environmental challenges.
At Natiora Defenders, he serves as Research & Development Manager for the Endrigna Ecovillage project in Andasibe and as Technical Manager for the community beekeeping project in Mahajamba Bay. He supports the development and implementation of innovative initiatives focused on agroecology, ecosystem restoration, and climate change adaptation.
Passionate about botany and entomology, he has collaborated with French pioneers on innovative agricultural solutions in Madagascar. His current work focuses on deploying resilient approaches such as agroforestry and climate-smart agriculture. In the field, he leads projects including forest restoration, the establishment of agroecological showcases, the development of beekeeping, and the design of pollinator-friendly habitats, such as insect hotels. His commitment as a seed producer specializing in rare and multicolored varieties also contributes to food diversification and strengthens local food security. Finally, he is involved in the artisanal and ecological valorization of natural resources through plant-based dyeing and waste recycling.