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Raise Sheep for Quality Wool

Breeding, feeding, and care make a big impact on the quality of fleece and thus the quality of the finished products. With some planning and care, you can raise sheep with excellent-quality wool and set your fleece apart from the rest.

Wool Breeds

Producing great wool starts with choosing the right breed of sheep. While all sheep grow

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