Researchers at South Dakota State University have tried different methods of using wool as a mulch on pepper patches. This ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – What do you do with pound after pound of sheep’s wool that no one’s taking on the market? That’s a real problem a well-known North Valley farm recently faced. They might not ...

Wool (yes, the fiber grown by sheep) has been seeing increased use in gardens due to the numerous soil and plant benefits. This renewable, natural fiber can be used as mulch right off sheep or ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Australian farmers are finding a new use for surplus sheep's wool. This low-value wool is now being spread on drought-hit fields. It helps soil retain moisture and rebuilds its structure. This ...