Wool
Govt’s wool pledge could shift market
Bryan GibsonDec 1, 2023
The government owns so many buildings, its pledge to use wool in them where feasible could kickstart a recovery in strong-wool prices, says Bremworth CEO.
An industry that’s still living in the 1950s
Guest writerNov 30, 2023
Not a lot has changed in the woolshed in the past seven or so decades, with little to no investment in research, development or education in wool, says David Scobie.
New carpet rule a bit woolly for comfort
Annette ScottNov 28, 2023
Concerned about cheap imports, Bremworth seeks clarity on what exactly is meant by new government directive.
Honest Wolf wins top Rural Women NZ Business award
Farmers WeeklyNov 27, 2023
Wool-based outfit makes history as it nets both Emerging and Supreme awards.
Wools of NZ hails turnaround on carpeting
Farmers WeeklyNov 27, 2023
Government decision on wool in public sector buildings ‘a significant boost to wool growers and the industry’.
Fashion designer Liz Mitchell calls for a wool revolution
Farmers WeeklyOct 30, 2023
Designer falls for felting, creating vessels, clothes and rugs.
Could wool woes be washing away at last?
Sarah HilhorstOct 20, 2023
It’s early days, but pricing and demand have been lifting at wool auctions, mainly due to real improvement in wool quality.
Wool gets clip around the ear over prep issues
Annette ScottOct 18, 2023
Contamination issues are costing the industry money and contracts.
New qualifications framework for wool skills on cards
Farmers WeeklyOct 10, 2023
WDC working with industry to develop ‘micro-credentials’ for shearers and handlers.
South Island strong wool warms up bidding
Annette ScottOct 5, 2023
Prices significantly up compared to this time last year.
Bremworth offers woolgrowers 10-year contracts
Annette ScottSep 21, 2023
Certainty of income an option for select number of farmers under new initiative.
BLNZ chooses wool carpeting for headquarters
Annette ScottSep 12, 2023
‘Proud to be supporting Kiwi farmers and rural communities.’
NZ Merino Co puts halt on dividend
BusinessDeskSep 4, 2023
Tough market has wool firm doing battle with rising costs.
‘Feds could lead the way on wool’
Annette ScottAug 31, 2023
Siloed sector urgently needs to get its house in order, says Meat and Wool chair.
Weaving a strong future for wool
Guest writerAug 31, 2023
Wools of New Zealand says it has several initiatives on the go, including a new commercial wool carpet tile.
Trust steps up to defend strong wool
Annette ScottAug 30, 2023
Small budget and local talent produce compelling ad campaign for fibre in the home.
Merino cushions fall on Rakaia spread
Annette ScottAug 25, 2023
Some income stability ‘is good news in a year like this’.
Wool tech search ‘starting to yield results’
Annette ScottAug 25, 2023
WRONZ deploys former Wool Board money on research into saleable wool-derived products.
Bremworth to subsidise wool carpeting in schools
Annette ScottAug 23, 2023
Carpet company offers 30% ‘product subsidy’ for cosier classrooms.
Wool could help solve our mega microplastics problem
Alan EmersonAug 23, 2023
Synthetic carpets are getting a free ride from environmentalists, Alan Emerson says.
Europe tour knits closer ties with fine-wool growers
Annette ScottAug 21, 2023
Devold’s Merino fold get to see where fibre ends up.
I love producing a commodity. Here’s why
Phil WeirAug 18, 2023
Phil Weir on the risks and benefits of being the primary producer.
School wool lessons pile up for sector, government
Neal WallaceAug 11, 2023
Wool industry meets with officials to push for use of homegrown fibre.
Housing NZ takes a new look at carpets
Neal WallaceJul 17, 2023
Solution dyed nylon under scrutiny after outcry over school carpeting.
Govt carpet call pulls rug from plastics policy
Neal WallaceJul 7, 2023
Outcry as imported synthetics set to be used in 800 rural schools
WoolWorks sets up new division
Annette ScottJul 5, 2023
WoolWorks Ventures to focus on new projects and innovations.
End-of-season wool sales disappoint
Annette ScottJun 30, 2023
Prices not helped by glut of bales and no room at the scour.
Bremworth spins away from Awatoto yarn plant
Hugh StringlemanJun 29, 2023
With future of site still unclear, carpet company finds alternative supplies.
Nappies offer new life to strong wool
Annette ScottJun 22, 2023
Fabric, clothes, carpets, bedding and upholstery come first to mind when thinking about fibre, but one of the newest uses is in hygiene, starting with nappies.
New-look wool marketing seeks partners
Annette ScottJun 17, 2023
Campaign for Wool New Zealand launches digital portal.
Chairs address delay in Wools of NZ annual report
Annette ScottJun 2, 2023
Merger complexities and nationwide dearth of auditors blamed.
Waste wool use with a strong back end
Charlie WilliamsonMay 25, 2023
Daggy wool may have found its value once again thanks to an innovative new product.
AWN’s purchase of NZ merino stake ‘just made sense’
Neal WallaceMay 16, 2023
Australian company’s NZM deal is ripe with synergies.
MPI lays out strong wool woes for MPs
BusinessDeskMay 15, 2023
Market needs to almost double returns per kg, official tells committee.
Strong historical ties bind Kiwis, Korea
Richard RennieMay 9, 2023
Korean wool boom and defence against invaders build loyalty and trust.
Devold NZ donates 500 Merino blankets to prem babies trust
Annette ScottApr 18, 2023
Merino is a natural fibre, so it lets their skin breathe unlike polar fleece, and they won’t overheat and risk a chill.
WoolWorks Awatoto plant eyes year-end opening
Neal WallaceApr 6, 2023
Wool diverted to other plants as clean-up continues in awful conditions.
Guiding force behind fine wool leaves an industry transformed
Annette ScottApr 5, 2023
With John Brakenridge at the helm, the fine wool industry has completely transformed over the past three decades.
Bremworth’s hybrid supply chain model set to boost exports
Annette ScottApr 4, 2023
Supply chain adaptations will see carpet maker source some yarn offshore and shift some of the production process abroad.
Wool Impact sees huge rise in strong-wool demand
Annette ScottMar 7, 2023
Doubling in domestic use of strong wool in the next two years forecast by industry body.
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