Overview

• Farmers in the UK are setting fire to their sheep's wool as a form of protest against 'measly' prices offered by British Wool.
• The decline in demand for wool, exacerbated by synthetic fibers and Covid-19, has led to a significant drop in prices, leaving farmers in financial strain.
• Despite the protests, British Wool claims that prices are on an upward trajectory, but acknowledges that more work is needed.
• Some farmers, like Karen Hames, are exploring alternative uses for wool, such as spinning tweed or using it in compost and insulation, to cope with the low prices.
• The National Sheep Association warns that the protest burnings pose a risk to the entire wool industry, urging for a collaborative effort to find a sustainable solution.