GRAZE

APR 2026 – Issue 52

Welcome to April Issue of Graze. Inside, discover key updates on Depot Maintenance Mode for farmers, highlights from the World Shearing Championships, and the rising success of British wool trading hot at Crufts.

MAR 2026 – Issue 51

This month’s issue of Graze highlights the continued rise in auction prices and what it means for the market. We cover the official Welsh Northern election results. Plus, we take a closer look at licensee Thermafleece — who they are, what they do, and why they’re making an impact.

FEB 2026 – Issue 50

This months issue of Graze brings you early access to the 2026 shearing and wool handling course programme, updates on the Golden Shears 2026 World Championships in New Zealand, team news from across England, Scotland and Wales, and insights from newly published independent research into wool and sleep.

JAN 2026 – Issue 49

The latest issue of Graze highlights the launch of Ewe and Your View, a new competition developed in collaboration with the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC), CFfl Cymru/Wales YFC and the Scottish Association of Young Farmers’ Clubs (SAYFC). We also shares an international update, with Chris being honoured to attend the American Kerry Hill Sheep Society’s inaugural workshop and first-ever NAILE show.

DEC 2025 – Issue 48

This month’s Graze highlights growing sector confidence at the AGM, takes you behind the scenes as Richard Spencer judges in the USA, and shares how you can get your limited-edition Christmas jumper to support Save the Children.

NOV 2025 – Issue 47

In this month’s issue of Graze, we’re celebrating our latest auction successes, looking back on the last of our 75th anniversary open days — with a special visit from Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal.

OCT 2025 – Issue 46

In this edition:

Meet the World Championship Teams – See who made the cut and is heading to the world stage.
Over 100 Years of Experience – Get to know the incredible Depot Ops Team whose combined expertise is keeping us moving.
Celebrating 75 Years – Watch our special anniversary video marking this major milestone.

SEPT 2025 – Issue 45

In this months issue we find out why fleece presentation is key in maximising value and ensuring a high standard of product, we meet Mike Berry who spent 45 years working at British Wool and provide an update on our licensing scheme.

AUG 2025 – Issue 44

Carrying on with the 75th Anniversary celebrations this month we meet our chairman from 1999-2011 and also celebrate the shearing records success this year.

JUL 2025 – Issue 43

Find out about the shearing world record attempts, Gareth’s 31 years service and a sculpture made from British Wool

JUN 2025 – Issue 42

This month we celebrate 75 years of British Wool, provide you with an update from Lister and find out all about British Wool and IWTO.

MAY 2025 – Issue 41

Read about wool prices on seven year high, meet our new part time field officers and learn some grading info.