Pennybridge Farm

Organic farming (Environment)

Eric’s family has farmed at Pennybridge Farm since 1910. Eric and Sue farm 100 acres organically, they run a small sheep flock producing organic lamb for local sale. Triodos helped by financing the installation of a 49kW Solar PV unit to generate electricity for the farm, house and hydrotherapy pool.

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Organic farming

Organic agriculture recognises the relationship between our environment, our health and the food we eat. As well as high animal welfare standards, organics avoids the use of pesticides and chemical fertilisers and helps to revitalize the earth. And, because organic farming releases less greenhouse gases than non-organic farming, it means a smaller carbon footprint for the environment. Lending in this sector varies from dairy and meat, to forestry and fruit.