How We Manage Livestock Through Heatwaves at Domaine de Graux
Summer is in full swing at Domaine de Graux, and for our breeder Astrid, the work never stops. New calves have been born, and every detail of pasture management requires special attention as the herd adapts to the intense heat. Keeping the herd cool Astrid, our breeder, tries to be as prepared as possible for […]
A Summer Shaped by Harvests and Heat in the Market Garden
At the vegetable garden, summer means both harvest and heat management. Armand and Justine are adapting their schedules, their crops, and their soil practices to keep production going strong despite the extreme temperatures. A Rich Diversity of Summer Vegetables Summer is marked by the harvest of fruiting vegetables. At Domaine de Graux, these are mainly […]
We Had to Build. Here’s How We Tried to Do It Right.
Domaine de Graux is a living place, in the process of evolving. The farm, the manor house, the existing extensions: buildings we wanted to restore, adapt, and breathe new purpose into. Building new, in this context, could have seemed contradictory to the project’s values. But to develop the Domain’s ambitions — hosting an event space, […]
Biodiversity at the Domain
May 22 marks International Biodiversity Day. And this year’s theme, “Acting locally for global impact” emphasizes the role of local initiatives in achieving global biodiversity. It’s the perfect opportunity to take a closer look at the work being done at Domaine de Graux. But to understand why we’re taking action, we must first grasp the […]
What Being a B Corp Truly Means to Us
In July 2025, Domaine de Graux obtained B Corp certification, an acknowledgement of our sustainable practices across product development, company culture, procurement, and community partnerships. Becoming a B Corp was never about a label. It was about formalizing something we already believed in: that agriculture and business can, and must, generate meaningful positive impact. We […]
Spring at the Domain
The warmer days are here, and you can feel it throughout Domaine de Graux. The herds are slowly making their way back to the meadows after a winter under shelter, the market garden is in full swing, and the Domain is gently coming back to life. A beautiful time of year is unfolding. At the […]
More than nesting – Why birds play an essential role in organic conservation agriculture
Johanna, Impact Coordinator at The Nest, sits down with Nicolas, ornithologist and driving force behind the nest box strategy at Domaine de Graux. He oversees the deployment of a thoughtful network of nest boxes and habitats on the estate, with the aim of sustainably strengthening biodiversity. Nicolas explains why the presence of birds is crucial […]
When the earth works in silence: Emilien shares his perspective on the winter crops
One might think that in winter everything slows down, quietly falls asleep until spring brings life back again. Thanks to hard work, careful planning, and the magic of the estate, I was able to grow and harvest malting barley for a cooperative (Regenacterre), which in turn supplies malt houses and breweries. Last autumn, we sowed […]
Biodiversity at Domaine de Graux Above and Below the Ground
by E. Bader – January 2024 Soil testing at the farm reveals the rich soil life and organic matter below the surface and why annual soil tests should focus on more than just the basic nutrients to optimize soil health. In September, the team at Domaine de Graux was busy digging holes across the farm, […]
Regenerative Agriculture and Soil
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