Australian Wool — Benefits and Importance
Wool production is considered to be the Australia's most important agricultural industry. It represents 6.3% of the agricultural production gross value and $2.3 billion in export income in 2003–2004. Australia is considered to be the worlds largest producer of wool. Australian wool industry leads production for 2006/2007 is forecasted to be 425 million kg. Let us know about some of the benefits of Australian wool- Natural - It is a naturally grown wool by Australia's 68 million sheep, consuming a simple blend of water, air, sunshine and grass. Biodegradable - When we dispose of the wool, it naturally decomposes in soil for a matter of some years, benefiting the earth by offering some natural and important nutrients to the earth. Wrinkle-Resistant - The wool returns in its natural shape after it has been bent, making it free from wrinkles and lines. Comfort and Breathable - Wool fibres have the property of absorbing the moisture vapour and then releasing in into the air