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The ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian Podcast: A ripping yarn - The future fortunes of the British wool industry

To mark wool month Alex Black and Katie Fallon discuss the rise, fall and future fortunes of the British wool sector

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The ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian Podcast: A ripping yarn - The future fortunes of the British wool industry

While once the backbone of British agriculture, in more recent years wool has become more of a by-product of sheep farming rather than a sector staple.

However, with prices now back on the rise, will the increase inspire others to get behind this versatile material and return it to its rightful agricultural place?

Plus Alex catches up with Alice Lennox from the Rare Breeds Survival Trust to discuss the Wall of Wool showcasing the fleece of Britain's 34 native breeds.


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