Welcome to Kain in Tournaisis! The de Halleux family is committed to promoting ecological connectivity on their farm!
Château Farm is a large-scale agricultural operation, established in Ere since the 2000s. Primarily focused on growing vegetables, cereals, and potatoes, the farm is undergoing a renewal, based on agroecological principles. Soil conservation and ecosystem regeneration, such as hedgerow planting, are the key areas of action we have set for ourselves. This agricultural transition is also accompanied by the transmission of acquired technical, economic, and relational knowledge to the new generation. Of course, the ambition is great, and the will to achieve it even greater!
Driven by Elisabeth, the objective here is to plant 350 meters of double-row hedgerow with standard trees.
The first meeting with Thérèse and Vincent took place in April 2023. We took the time to listen to their concerns, and to determine the desired linear sections and functions of the hedgerow. It extends for 350 meters and aims to strengthen the ecological connectivity within the farm.
Project Supported by
The Hedge: An Ecological and Nourishing Corridor
Meeting numerous criteria eligible for its Takecare sustainability program, the company Trafic chose to co-finance the approximately 350 meters of living hedges.
On February 20, 2024, the linear section was planted. The planting team, equipped with an auger, planted 1,200 native plants and 39 standard trees (sessile oak and rowan).
The hedgerow consists of common hawthorn, dog rose, black elderberry*… A mix of 8 different species of native trees and shrubs are planted.
Characteristics of the hedge project
| PLANTING | 350 m of double-row hedgerow |
| PLANTING SEASON | Winter 2023-24 |
| *LIST OF SPECIES | Common Hawthorn Sessile Oak Dog Rose Gooseberry Blackthorn Rowan Black Elderberry Guelder Rose |
