Tucked into the rolling hills of Lully, Le Petit Sécheron is a place where the soil tells stories—of family, of return, and of a future lovingly grown by hand.
At its center are Christel Petit and Kaunda Wilson, a husband-and-wife team who have transformed Christel’s fifth-generation family farm into a sanctuary of sustainability, education, and community.
“This isn’t just a project—it’s a continuation of a legacy, shaped by new purpose and shared vision.”
After years abroad, Christel and Kaunda felt a pull to return to Switzerland—not just to come home, but to step into a responsibility. What began as a modest revival has grown into a place where the seasons are celebrated, the soil is tilled with care, and dreams take root in the everyday.
Together, they’ve reimagined what a farm can be. Sustainability here isn’t a buzzword, but a practice. Visitors aren’t just customers—they’re invited to reconnect with the land through yoga-brunches, school visits, hands-on workshops, and community pizza nights. It’s an open invitation to slow down, get curious, and gather.
“We’re designing Le Petit Sécheron to be a hub of learning, wellbeing, and connection.”
Their vision is always evolving. They're expanding their educational programs, deepening their regenerative practices, and refining their CSA model to be even more accessible to local families.
What fuels it all is their partnership. Christel, deeply connected to the land, leads the gardening and production side. Kaunda, with a background in event production and project development, shapes the broader vision—from community partnerships to farm infrastructure.
“We approach the farm like co-founders of a startup—clear in our roles, but constantly adapting.”
Their days are a blend of planning and planting, problem-solving and storytelling. Depending on the season, you might find Christel harvesting while Kaunda welcomes guests—or both of them knee-deep in irrigation repairs under a blazing summer sun, laughing through the challenge. It’s work that demands humility, humour, and a steady belief in growing something slowly and with intention.
Sustainability threads through everything they do. Organic, low-input methods. Composting and crop rotation. Seasonal vegetables that reflect nature’s pace. Their CSA program not only reduces waste but strengthens the bond between grower and eater, making every box a small act of connection.
“Running a farm like this is more than a lifestyle—it’s an act of hope.”
That same spirit shows up in the way they connect with their community. Through newsletters that feel like handwritten notes and market stands that spark conversation, Christel and Kaunda build trust one moment at a time. Every veggie box, every bouquet of flowers, every event carries their signature warmth.
“Trust is built through consistency, presence, and listening—values we strive to bring to every interaction.”
And new things are blooming. This year, they’re expanding into flower farming—cultivating beauty alongside biodiversity. They’re making their CSA even more family-friendly and opening the farm more often to meet growing community interest. Each initiative brings them closer to a future rooted in nourishment, in every sense of the word.
Of course, not every day is easy. Weather, exhaustion, and long to-do lists are constant companions. But Christel and Kaunda approach it all with quiet determination. “There’s no manual. Just a vision, a lot of heart, and the willingness to show up day after day.”
Petit Sécheron
Chemin du Sécheron 5, Lully 1132
info@lepetitsecheron.ch
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