Shearing Sheep Is A Family Affair
Part of taking care of sheep is shearing their wool. This happens at least once a year. While many farmers can and do shear their own… Read More
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Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival Returns
The Sheep and Wool Festival is an annual event that draws sheep and fiber enthusiasts from all across the country to the Jefferson County… Read More
Fiber Demand Limited By Labor
Processing wool and fiber takes time and skill. However, there has been a shift away from demand for the raw product as more consumers look… Read More
It’s Lambing Season In Arlington
The sun stays out longer and the weather is warming up. Those are signs of spring. Looking for another? It’s lambing season at the… Read More
Alpaca Fiber Proves Popular
Ginny Olson of Fevolden Farm Alpacas in Black River Falls can be found at most festivals featuring animal fibers or local businesses. Her… Read More
Spinning Wool Is Gold
Beatrice Rothschadl of Lake Mills started spinning wool to save her school-aged daughter from purchasing her crocheting materials at the… Read More
Sheep Shearing 101
The 2021 Wisconsin Sheep and Wool Festival in Jefferson featured a variety of demonstrations, including how to shear sheep. Joe Huber and… Read More