Modernizing Agriculture
The EIB supported various projects of “rural development” in European countries and beyond. Such projects involved the creation of irrigation canals and water reservoirs to improve the conditions of agriculture, the management of waste and the exploitation of potash fields to produce fertilizers. The environmental impact of such EIB projects which aimed to develop agriculture is shown in these pictures which recall the stories of EIB projects in France, Italy, and Senegal.
Gilberto Mazzoli
Project Landes de Gascogne: 4 July 1960 / 7 August 1981
The Project Landes de Gascogne, spanning from 4 July, 1960, to 7 August, 1981, marked a significant initiative supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB) to bolster agricultural development and enhance waste management in the forested regions of South-West France. This ambitious endeavor aimed to address the unique challenges faced by the Landes de Gascogne, an expansive area known for its distinct ecological characteristics.
SIES: 1965-1966
The Project SIES unfolded between 1965 and 1966, marking the collaboration between the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Senegal. The initiative focussed on the construction of a fertilizer factory in M'BAO, Senegal, illustrating the EIB's commitment to fostering economic development in the region. The financing provided by the EIB facilitated the establishment of a key industrial asset, aiming to bolster agricultural productivity and support the nation's growing agricultural sector.
Trinacria: 14 November 1960 / 14 February 1962
Project Trinacria, from November 14, 1960, to February 14, 1962, aimed to boost fertilizer production and agriculture in Central Sicily, funded by a European Investment Bank (EIB) loan. The EIB recognized the strategic importance of potassium compounds in enhancing soil fertility and promoting economic growth. The project utilized local resources for fertilizer production, aligning with European goals of agriculture and regional self-sufficiency. This period involved meticulous planning and execution. In essence, Trinacria, financed by the EIB, represents a pioneering effort to enhance regional agriculture through strategic investments.
Bas-Rhône Languedoc: 14 November 1960 / 14 February 1962
Project Bas-Rhône Languedoc, conducted from 14 November, 1960, to 14 February, 1962, exemplifies a significant European Investment Bank (EIB) loan initiative. This project aimed to promote regional development through irrigation in the Gard, Hérault, and Aude departments in the South of France. The EIB's financial support facilitated essential works to improve irrigation infrastructure, unlocking the agricultural potential of these territories. This strategic investment not only enhanced agricultural productivity but also made a substantial contribution to the economic growth of the region. The period from 14 November, 1960, to 14 February, 1962, reflects the dedicated efforts and outcomes achieved through Project Bas-Rhône Languedoc, highlighting the impact of EIB loans in fostering the development in the South Region of France.
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