Researchers at South Dakota State University have tried different methods of using wool as a mulch on pepper patches. This method is more sustainable than traditional landscape fabric. Kristine Lang, ...

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 ...

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 may be a solution for produce farmers looking to control weeds. Research at South Dakota State University looked at using wool mulch on pepper fields.

DISCOVERY ALONG THE WAY. IN WILTON, NEW HAMPSHIRE, A LOCAL COUPLE IS RETURNING TO THE NEW ENGLAND TRADITION OF TEXTILE PRODUCTION. ALL, BE IT ON A MUCH SMALLER SCALE. WE TAKE IN WOOL FROM CUSTOMERS.

Shredded organic matter is a boon to beds, borders and edible gardens. Here’s how to use it.