Wool
Strong wool shows some life
Crossbred wool is showing a little more spring in the market with stronger buying power finding buyers eager to get their hands on supplies. Prices over recent sales have lifted in line with a marked improvement in the quality…
In a class of his own
Bruce Abbott has enjoyed a wide-ranging career in the wool industry, culminating in being made a life member of the New Zealand Wool Classers’ Association. Neal Wallace discovers his passion…
Conscious consumers could reignite wool preference
The planets may finally be realigning for wool as the world starts questioning the impact of synthetic fabrics, woolclassers were told last week. Several industry representatives who spoke at the…
Decarbonisation initiative to boost wool exports
The sustainability initiative is part of a programme to reduce production related carbon emissions and improve Bremworth’s operating efficiency as one of the country’s largest wool product manufacturers. The decarbonisation…
New research shows opportunity for NZ wool in US
While New Zealand consumers are generally well versed on wool and its benefits, O’Sullivan said the CFWNZ was pleased to…
Shrek 2: The sequel
Devold Wool Direct NZ general manager Craig Smith and Sawdon Station owner Gavin (Snow) Loxton with Shrekapo launching a new…
More NZers opting for wool-based floors
Wools of New Zealand chief executive John McWhirter says wool carpets now account for a growing proportion of WNZ partners’…
Hemp-wool blend clothing to reduce fast fashion
The limited first run of the Hemprino pioneer crew launched this month, with further products and colourways to be released…
NZ wool selected for New York’s Brooklyn Tower
Chief executive Greg Smith says Bremworth products in high-profile installations such as this Brooklyn Tower provide a unique marketing opportunity…
Dark cloud hangs over wool
Despite the challenges the wool industry is facing, Campaign for Wool chair Tom O’Sullivan is confident that better days are…
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