Premiums for Non-Mulesed Merino Hoggets and RWS Wool Rise in South Australia
What happened
At the SA Performance Non Mulesed Ewe Sale, demand for non-mulesed Merino ewe hoggets was strong. The top price paid was $450 for 234 ewes from Kluska Ag Trading Trust. The market for wool from flocks in the Responsible Wool Standards program is growing, often with premiums attached.
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Why it matters
The strong demand indicates that quality standards and traceability are driving market value in the wool commodity sector. Buyers are willing to pay premiums for livestock that adheres to specific ethical and genetic standards.
Developments in the wool commodity market highlight the importance of full traceability, quality standards, and consumer awareness regarding fast fashion.
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Who's involved
- South EastNational Resource Management Region where the sale took place
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- South EastSpeculative
Might see increased prices for flocks in the region due to strong demand for non-mulesed hoggets.
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