Meet: Fergus Lyon

East Hall Farm in Hertfordshire is the first BCorp Farm. Here we learn how soil plays a role in their wildlife conservation.

Meet Fergus Lyon

The wildlife plays a leading role in the farm management of East Hall Farm, Hertfordshire, UK. They are the first ever BCorp farm.

'Cattle in the Mist' - Fergus Lyon (2021-10-10) by Fergus LyonSoil Heroes

'On Building Soil' - Fergus Lyon
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'On Building Soil' - Fergus Lyon

Having a balanced farming ecosystem is key. Mob grazing of cattle replicates the natural process for fertiliser and not ploughing keeps the soil health alive. Both have positive impacts for biodiversity. 

Tractors Direct Drilling - Fergus LyonsSoil Heroes

An example of two tractors 'Direct Drilling'. This is a method of farming without having to use the plough. This keeps the soil intact, the carbon stored, and allows for below-ground biodiversity to live peacefully.

'Barbastelle Bat' - Fergus Lyon (2021-10-10) by Fergus LyonSoil Heroes

'Barbastelle Bat' - Fergus Lyon
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'Wildlife and Barbastelle Bats' - Fergus Lyon

Measuring key indicator species tell us how an ecosystem is functioning. Fergus makes sure that the rare barbastelle bats have the right habitats to thrive.

'Crops and Trees' - Fergus Lyon (2021-10-10) by Fergus Lyon and Soil HeroesSoil Heroes

'On Bcorps' - Fergus Lyon
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'On BCorps' - Fergus Lyon

East Hall Farm is the first BCorp farm. Certified B Corporations are a new kind of business that balance purpose and profit. 

Dawn - Fergus Lyons (2021-10-10) by Fergus LyonSoil Heroes

'Soil & The Public' - Fergus Lyon
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'The Role of the Public' - Fergus Lyon

Where we purchase our food has a direct link to the impact on our environment. Buying locally supports rural communities and those who consciously work to uphold high standards.

Credits: Story

Soil Heroes Foundation - www.soilheroes.com/the-foundation/ 
East Hall Farm - www.easthallfarm.com
Video: Elizabeth Keates - www.elizabethkeates.com 

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