Westcoast develops new markets for growers

July 16 2021 - 4:00pm
Westcoast Wool & Livestock wool manager Brad Faithfull (left) and co-ordinator of RWS and SustainaWOOL Justin Haydock discuss some of the wools from Westcoast Wool & Livestock grower clients targeted for the RWS and SustainaWOOL programs. Mr Haydock says wool types range from short fleece wools through to cardings and pieces, and while prices can vary, market premiums are definitely available.
Westcoast Wool & Livestock wool manager Brad Faithfull (left) and co-ordinator of RWS and SustainaWOOL Justin Haydock discuss some of the wools from Westcoast Wool & Livestock grower clients targeted for the RWS and SustainaWOOL programs. Mr Haydock says wool types range from short fleece wools through to cardings and pieces, and while prices can vary, market premiums are definitely available.

AUSTRALIAN-owned wool business, Westcoast Wool & Livestock, has invested in certification to the global Responsible Wool Standard (RWS), increasingly demanded by major retail brands, opening new markets to local growers and the opportunity for above auction prices.

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