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Growing market for native breed wool

As October's Wool Month continues, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust highlights the unique properties of native breed wool

Alex Black
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Rebecca McLellan, Chocflock
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Rebecca McLellan, Chocflock

The market for native breed wool is growing as businesses are recognising its value and seeking it out for their products. Farmers and smallholders with native sheep are responding. Rare Breeds Survival...

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