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APEO Analysis
- Wednesday, 30 October 2013
The analysis identifies and quantifies the residual level APEO (Alkylphenolethoxylates) compounds in semi-processed wools (scoured, carbonised or wool top).
Key Test Data Summary for September 2013
- Tuesday, 01 October 2013
The monthly comparisons of Total Lots, Bales and Weight for September 2013 compared with the same period last season are +8.2%, +7.1% and +7.4% respectively.
Key Test Data Summary for August 2013
- Monday, 02 September 2013
The monthly comparisons of Total Lots, Bales and Weight for August 2013 compared with the same period last season are -15.6%, -15.7% and -15.2% respectively.
Australian wool production expected to ease slightly in 2013/14
- Friday, 06 September 2013
- The Australian Wool Production Forecasting Committee has maintained its estimate of shorn wool production for 2012/13 at 350mkg.
- The Committee's second forecast of 2013/14 production remains unchanged at 345mkg, down 1.4 per cent from the 2012/13 total. The forecast decline reflects expected decrease in sheep numbers due to increased sheep turn-off, and a reduction in average fleece weights due to seasonal conditions.
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Auction Benefits BlazeAid
- Monday, 26 August 2013
More than 140 Victorian wool producers did their part for the rural communities last week, as the annual Australian Fleece competition charity lots went under the hammer. And with the proceeds this year going to flood and fire disaster assistance non-for-profit organisation BlazeAid, they might one day personally benefit from the donation.