Frequently Asked Questions

No Organic Premium was paid on 2020 wool receipts. This wool however achieved a premium when sold. This will be reflected by a 10p per kg premium on Fine and Medium types and a 5p per kg premium on Mule types.

British Wool is keen to identify and support new sheep farmers, encouraging them to be part of the collective strength of the organisation, ensuring they are able to maximise returns for their wool.

If you are a new producer this year or are new to the industry in the last 5 years, you may be eligible to register under British Wool’s New Entrants Scheme.

British Wool does not buy the wool directly, it is auctioned on behalf of producers throughout the year. At the end of October each year, 90% of the wool has been received by depots, but only 25% of the clip will have been auctioned. Therefore, the value of the wool is not known until all the wool has been sold. 

Contact your nearest depot to request wool sheets.