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Wool Industry Blog

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

Why PEF Needs to Rethink Land Use

The way land use is measured in the EU Product Environmental Footprint has significant implications for wool. Here we look into why the current LANCA model produces misleading results for extensive grazing systems — and what a fairer, science-based approach would include.

By |2026-05-27T16:37:57+02:00May 27th, 2026|News, Wool Industry Blog|Comments Off on Why PEF Needs to Rethink Land Use

Wool on the Reformer: Why the Original Performance Fibre is a Perfect Fit for Pilates

Most activewear looks amazing. But when you look at the label, you find that much of it is synthetic. If you're practicing for long-term well-being, what you wear on your body deserves consideration. Here's why wool belongs on the Reformer.

By |2026-05-11T14:03:56+02:00May 7th, 2026|News, Wool Industry Blog|Comments Off on Wool on the Reformer: Why the Original Performance Fibre is a Perfect Fit for Pilates

New Research Challenges the Sustainability Case for Polyester

A new paper finds that polyester, which accounts for 60% of global fiber production, faces none of the traceability requirements imposed on natural fibres. At the same time, its environmental impacts have been significantly underestimated. IWTO renews its call for a level playing field across all textile fibres.

By |2026-04-30T17:18:39+02:00April 30th, 2026|News, Wool Industry Blog|Comments Off on New Research Challenges the Sustainability Case for Polyester
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