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IWTO

About IWTO

We've been wool's biggest champions since 1930, bringing together everyone from farmers to fashion houses. We are the people who know wool inside and out: our team digs into the science behind wool's amazing properties, tracks global wool markets, and works with our members to tackle everything from sustainable farming practices to innovative processing techniques. Whether we're publishing peer-reviewed research on wool's environmental benefits, setting international wool trading standards, or sharing stories about cutting-edge wool innovations, our mission is simple: making sure people understand why wool is such an extraordinary fibre. IWTO posts reflect our collective expertise and passion for all things wool, backed by nearly a century of industry knowledge and a global network of wool professionals.

Global Wool Industry Gathers in China’s Knitwear Capital for 95th IWTO Congress

The opening of the 95th annual IWTO Congress brought 238 participants from across the global wool supply chain to the knitwear capital of the world, Dalang, China. The event marks the first participation of the FAO at an IWTO event, and the launch of IWTO's Green Book.

By |2026-06-25T08:04:50+02:00June 25th, 2026|News, Wool Industry Blog|Comments Off on Global Wool Industry Gathers in China’s Knitwear Capital for 95th IWTO Congress

Behind the IWTO Certificate: How Wool Testing Ensures Quality from Farm to Fashion

After wool leaves the farm, it undergoes a testing procedure to ascertain its quality. Buyers and sellers throughout the wool supply chain need a reliable certification standard to inform their purchases and processes. Read on to learn how we do it.

By |2026-02-16T11:48:48+01:00February 12th, 2026|News, Wool Industry Blog|Comments Off on Behind the IWTO Certificate: How Wool Testing Ensures Quality from Farm to Fashion

Journey of a Wool Bale

Wool goes through a process before arriving in the retail sector. Learn about the fascinating journey a single wool bale takes from farm to final product.

By |2026-02-12T18:21:52+01:00February 12th, 2026|News, Wool Industry Blog|Comments Off on Journey of a Wool Bale
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