Irish Grown Wool Council
The Irish Grown Wool Council is a voluntary body with an all island approach. Our purpose is to promote an Irish grown wool brand both domestically and internationally.
LET’S WORK TOGETHER
Developing the potential for Irish grown wool
We are creating, developing and overseeing structures designed to bring disparate groups together for collaboration, innovation and scaling activities. Together we will advance the standard and develop markets for Irish grown wool.
Latest News
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Wonders of Wool: Design Week 2024, Friday 15th November
Read more: Wonders of Wool: Design Week 2024, Friday 15th November -
Visit the Wool Marquee at Dingle Food Festival this weekend
Read more: Visit the Wool Marquee at Dingle Food Festival this weekend -
‘Shear Success’; a new guide for sheep farmers on how to maximise their wool’s value, launched at National Ploughing Championships 2024
Read more: ‘Shear Success’; a new guide for sheep farmers on how to maximise their wool’s value, launched at National Ploughing Championships 2024
About us
The 28 members from the Island of Ireland, represent all those with a keen interest in the wool sector. All members are involved in specialist groups to progress developments in a number of key areas.
IGWC: OUR VISION & AIMS
- Bringing wool stakeholders across the island of Ireland to realise the potential of wool as a natural, sustainable and versatile material.
- Building on wool’s rich heritage to enhance understanding and appreciation of the characteristics of Irish ‘grown’ wool.
- Facilitating collaboration in product / market research and ultimately applying innovative product solutions to address current challenges and create future opportunities.
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