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Wear the Land Collective works with the people and organisations involved in natural fibre production to understand the challenges facing the sector and explore opportunities for its future.
WHAT WE DO
The future of naturally grown fibre begins at the source
We believe Ireland’s natural fibres deserve a stronger foundation, built on recognition of the people who produce them and a better understanding of the economic and policy barriers they face. Through research, advocacy, and collaboration, Wear the Land Collective works to advance Irish wool and other natural fibres and support a more sustainable, connected, and viable industry.
Promoting the use and value of natural fibres, raising awareness of their role in sustainable textiles and supporting their place in the wider industry.
Connecting fibre producers through our farm directory, bringing greater visibility to their work and advocating for the needs of farming communities.
Exploring the economic, supply-chain and policy barriers facing natural fibre industries, with research aimed at identifying realistic opportunities for change.
OUR CURRENT PROJECT
LOOM: Mapping Ireland's Natural Wool Sector
What economic and structural barriers limit the use of Irish-grown wool, and what changes could help farmers get more value from the fibre they produce?
PARTNER SPOTLIGHTS
The Farmers Behind the Fibre
Rough Circle
The Cottage, Rathellin, Leighlinbridge | Co. Carlow, Ireland. R93P2E6
Featured breeds: herdwick, swiss valais blacknose, & galway
Rough Circle Studio is a business with an innovative approach to farming where the land, the sheep, the wool, the workshops, and the products all operate in biocircularity together.
Organic certified, regenerative farm of rare breed sheep.
