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Powers Farm
Lyre West, Ballymacarbry, Clonmel, Co.Waterford
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Scottish Blacknose
Scottish Blacknose sheep have thick, coarse white wool with black markings and a distinctive curly texture, valued for its warmth and durability.​
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Kerry Hill
Kerry Hill sheep have bright white fleece and distinctive black markings with a medium-fine texture excellent for smooth, sturdy fabrics.
Cheviot
Cheviot sheep have resilient, springy white wool with a firm handle and natural elasticity, ideal for tweeds and structured garments.
About Powers
The farm is situated in the beautiful Nire Valley set in the Commeragh Mountains bordering Waterford and Tipperary, the land ranges from open mountains down to the convergence of two rivers. Teeming with wildlife and surrounded by neighbouring sheep farms. An area steeped in tradition and natural beauty.
Farm & History
this is our first year with the farm and we have mostly Scottish Blackface Sheep. Around 200 at the moment. We are in a beautiful area called the Nire Valley. We would be open to events in the future but currently are busy upgrading the farm. Our biggest priority is our animals' welfare. We are hoping to promote Scottish blackface wool in particular. And after a transition period we will be an organic farm so the wool would be certified. ​​
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I feel like we are fairly unique in that a large portion of our flock will never be sold for meat, they all have names and personalities and are very friendly. I believe the wool they produce should be better utilized. If not for the fibre arts for housing insulation.
Wool Production
Is your farm open to hosting tours, workshops, or demonstrative events for the public related to your livestock or wool production?​
In the future I would be happy to hold events relating to sheep welfare and the wool industry and hand spinning/processing.​
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Do you currently sell your wool commercially, or is it reserved for personal or local use?​
I have currently processed a small amount to knit with the aim of having a larger set up ready for after shearing in July. We will have far more than I can process.​​
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