The Wool Advantage

A close up of the fleeces on one of our ewes.

Sheep are a multi-purpose species; they can be used for their milk, meat and wool. Wool was the go to textile for man until cheaper synthetic options came on the market. While wool is not cheaper than other materials it has some natural benefits.
Wool is water resistant.
Wool fibers do not retain any water, which prevents it from being affected by mold or mildew. Sheep walk around with a wool coat on all the time and their fleeces never go moldy. This also allows them to have added protection from rain and snow because the fibers let moisture run right through them without becoming damp. 
Wool is warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Wool is able to regulate temperature by allowing extra heat to escape through its fibers. 
Wool is non-allergenic.
Wool is a renewable resource that comes from nature.
As long as there are sheep there will be wool. Sheep benefit from being sheared and start growing a new fleece after they have been sheared.