The wool industry can now be found mostly overseas. Production is cheaper in other countries, and it is less expensive to make synthetic yarn.

“Wool is one of the most sustainable, natural fibres available,” says Louisa Knapp, Design and Textiles Expert at British Wool. It is “renewable, biodegradable and recyclable,” and helps to regulate ...

A big spike in wool prices is a boon for the whole industry and not just growers according to one shearing contractor.

AUSTRALIA’S wool benchmark has broken through the 1400 cents/kg barrier for the first time in more than three years, with ...

AUSTRALIAN wool prices are surging this week amid real concerns about future supplies, and with an expectation of more price ...

Let me paint a rosier picture: Every home is better with one of these blankets. Need to get a gift for your oldest friend's upcoming wedding, your in-law's 60th birthday, or any kind of distinguished ...

Washing woollens is often a challenge and we’ve all had shrinkage nightmares when it comes to a wool wash. The ethical and natural material is super warm and cosy and it’s gained in popularity again ...

Vegan fashion is trending. Not only is a purely plant-based diet becoming increasingly popular, but so is the ethical and sustainable consumption of fashion without animal suffering. But what exactly ...

Australian wool prices lifted sharply this week for a few reasons, including a shrinking amount of wool being produced.

Brian McInerney SC is pushing for Irish wool to attain a premium global status like Kerrygold or Irish beef, and stressing its diverse uses. He explains how he juggles lambing and the law and his new ...

Across the state, farmers, spinners, weavers and knitters strive to slow the runaway train called “fast fashion” as they produce natural plant and animal fibers.