27 April 2026
3Keel has today announced that it has joined Fera Science Ltd, a world class science-based business that delivers technical services and innovation to protect food, people, and the environment. As a flagship programme within 3Keel, this opens up an exciting next chapter for LENs, with a clear commitment to deepen our engagement in our existing regions, and support the expansion and scale into new regions and sectors.
Fera is an applied science leader, helping clients tackle their most complex challenges through deep expertise and trusted partnership. It is acquiring 3Keel to become its advisory wing of the business. LENs will be able to access additional expertise in soil science and hydrology, field trial design, and continue to strengthen our approach to innovation.
“I am excited about this next stage in our growth and the expertise and capacity that the Fera team will bring to LENs. We know the very real challenges facing farmers and land managers, and for organisations that rely on our landscapes the outlook is becoming increasingly complex and difficult to navigate. By being able to draw upon the deep experience and world class facilities within Fera, we will be able to move faster, blending the LENs teams’ networks and deep collaborations with a science based approach to landscape resilience.”
Donald Lunan, LENs CEO
For over a century, Fera has brought science to the places where it can make the greatest difference. Now, under the banner of Science for Life, that mission is sharper than ever: to help customers navigate complexity and make confident decisions in a world defined by rapid change. At its York headquarters, over 500 scientists contribute expertise across the agri-food chain, from product safety, the development of next-generation biologicals, to the safe, responsible innovation of alternative proteins, to name a few.
From setting the standard for responsible seafood sourcing to guiding organisations through new EUDR regulations, the challenges facing our food system demand deep sector expertise and the ability to translate complex evidence into clear, actionable insight. These are the kinds of issues that require both scientific rigour and strategic understanding – and they are exactly where the combined strengths of Fera and 3Keel can make a transformative difference.
“We are delighted to join forces with Fera, where we will continue to provide our consulting services as well as now having an array of new capabilities at our fingertips. Fera is a unique organisation and it’s clear that its scientific expertise, direct links to government and proven R&D track record will hugely bolster the impact of the work that 3Keel does and will, no doubt, enable joint innovation.”
Simon Miller, Managing Director, 3Keel
3Keel’s proven experience in developing strategy, convening stakeholders and supporting clients to implement ambitious sustainability programmes will be enriched by Fera’s vast scientific abilities. Together, the Group will integrate translational research, laboratory and in-field measurement into high-value, actionable advice that delivers new ‘end-to-end’ solutions for clients.
“Joining with 3Keel presents a fantastic opportunity to grow our combined capabilities in support of our markets in sustainability services and responsible environmental stewardship. Bringing together our complementary strengths creates an unrivalled and uniquely powerful platform to support our clients and partners in addressing climate risk, improving resilience and delivering long-term impact.”
Andrew Swift, CEO, Fera Science Ltd