Natagriwal

About Natagriwal

Natagriwal is a Belgian non-profit association that advises and supports farmers, foresters, and public or private landowners in Wallonia. Its work focuses on helping land managers put biodiversity- and environment-oriented practices into action on farmland and other managed land.

The organization positions itself as a practical field advisor rather than a purely advocacy body. It provides guidance on agro-environmental measures, Natura 2000, tree and hedge planting, soil protection, veterinary/environmental practices in livestock farming, and other nature-related missions such as wolf-livestock prevention and botanical surveys.

Core Values

• Practical guidance: Natagriwal emphasizes hands-on advice, accompaniment, and on-the-ground support so land managers can implement measures effectively.
• Environmental stewardship: Its services are centered on biodiversity, water quality, soil protection, and more sustainable land management.
• Adapted solutions: The association highlights solutions tailored to each situation, rather than one-size-fits-all recommendations.
• Collaboration: Its work relies on coordination with farmers, foresters, landowners, and other stakeholders involved in environmental management.

Unique Aspects

• Wallonia-wide advisory role: Natagriwal serves a broad range of land managers across Wallonia, with commune-based advisers to make support locally accessible.
• Multi-topic expertise: Unlike a single-issue organization, it combines agro-environment, Natura 2000, planting, soil, veterinary, and wildlife-conflict support under one roof.
• Coordination of the Blue Deal Agricole: The association is explicitly responsible for coordinating this water-quality project in Wallonia.
• Support for wolf-livestock coexistence: Natagriwal includes a dedicated mission on wolf and livestock prevention, reflecting a distinctive and timely field of expertise.